Accounting Specialist

At Marriner Marketing, we are an award-winning Marketing & Communications agency transforming brands across foodservice, retail food and beverage, tourism, and hospitality. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Marriner Marketing continues to expand its footprint as a leader in food, beverage, and hospitality marketing, driving growth and innovation for top brands.

We believe great work comes from diverse perspectives united by curiosity, accountability, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

Marriner Marketing is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support the day-to-day accounting operations of our growing agency. This role is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, client billing, project accounting, job costing, reconciliations, month-end close support, and financial reporting.

The Accounting Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting project-based accounting activities, and ensuring the timely processing of vendor costs, purchasing, and client billing.

This position is approximately 90% accounting and finance focused, with 10% office management and administrative support responsibilities to help maintain an efficient and professional office environment.

This role reports directly to the Vice President of Finance & Human Resources.

• Process and code vendor invoices, ensuring accurate general ledger and job cost allocation

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including payment application and collections follow-up

• Assist with client billing, project accounting, job costing, and revenue recognition processes

• Ensure alignment between purchase orders, vendor invoices, project costs, and client billing

• Post cash receipts and maintain accurate financial records

• Monitor and manage the shared accounting inbox

• Prepare and distribute standard financial reports, including Accounts Receivable Aging, Accounts Payable Aging, and Cash Receipts reports

• Assist with month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and audit support

• Review vendor and media billing reports to ensure timely invoice processing and cost recognition

• Maintain financial information within Workamajig or similar accounting/project management systems

• Utilize Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables and reporting tools, to analyze financial data and support decision-making

• Coordinate office supplies, vendor relationships, and facility-related services

• Assist with employee onboarding paperwork and administrative recordkeeping

• Coordinate employee lunches, meetings, and occasional office events

• Maintain an organized and professional office environment

• Provide general office support as needed

• Have 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience

• Take ownership of day-to-day accounting processes

• Thrive in a fast-paced, project-based environment

• Be highly organized and detail-oriented

• Enjoy working with both financial data and internal teams

• Be comfortable supporting a small amount of office operations while maintaining a primary focus on accounting

• Demonstrate strong communication, professionalism, and problem-solving skills

• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience required, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, reconciliations, client billing, and month-end close support

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

• Experience with project accounting, job costing, and revenue recognition preferred

• Strong understanding of purchasing workflows and client billing processes

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables and data analysis

• Experience with accounting or project management systems (Workamajig preferred)

• Experience within a marketing agency, professional services, or project-based environment preferred

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Salary Range: $60,000 – $70,000 commensurate with experience, plus comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Maryland Sick & Safe Leave

• Hybrid Work Environment

• Professional Development Opportunities