What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at The ZLC Group CPAs LLC?
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Company parties
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
About the Role
The Accounting Specialist supports core day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general ledger support. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys hands-on, detail-focused accounting work and wants to build a stable, long-term career in accounting operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable transactions, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing
- Manage accounts receivable activity, including invoicing, customer receipts, and account follow-up
- Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger account reconciliations
- Prepare and post routine journal entries under guidance from senior staff
- Support month-end and year-end close by organizing records and resolving outstanding items
- Maintain organized, accurate records of accounting transactions and supporting documentation
- Assist with compiling financial information for budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation
- Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal staff to resolve account questions
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field (Bachelor's a plus, but not required)
- 1–3 years of relevant accounting, bookkeeping, or accounts payable/receivable experience
- Working knowledge of accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel; exposure to Thomson Reuter/Ultra Tax is a plus)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliations
- Good organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet recurring deadlines
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Preferred
- Prior experience with accounts payable and/or accounts receivable in a fast-paced environment
- Experience supporting month-end close processes
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company matched 401(k) Plan
- Vacation Pay, Sick Pay and Paid Holidays
- Flexible scheduling options, with half day Fridays during the summer
- Voluntary Benefits – Accident, Critical Illness, Disability, Cancer, and Life Insurance
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture with opportunities to grow within the accounting department
Salary : $65,000 - $81,000