Senior Accounting Specialist

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We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive Senior Accounting Specialist to join our finance team. In this key role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting close processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and internal controls—all while contributing to process improvements and cross-departmental collaboration.

• Manage and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and reports
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Process invoices, expense reports, and payments accurately and on time
• Complete commission spreadsheets for job reconciliation and account team compensation determination
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Collaborate with departments to ensure financial data integrity
• Implement and maintain internal accounting controls
• Prepare documentation for audits
• Stay current with accounting standards and regulations
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience (accounts receivable/payable, reconciliations, reporting)
• Proficiency in Quick Books Online and advanced Excel skills
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accrual-based accounting
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritize tasks

Preferred (not required):

• Experience with multi-state sales tax
• Knowledge of job cost accounting and inventory management

Who This Role Is Not For

This role is not a good fit for:

• Entry-level candidates with less than 3 years of accounting experience
• Candidates looking exclusively for payroll, tax-preparer, or bookkeeping-only roles
• Professionals seeking primarily remote work
• Individuals wanting a pure audit or public accounting career path
• Candidates expecting managerial or supervisory responsibilities from day one

👉 This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on accounting responsibilities, thrives in structured financial environments, and values accuracy and process ownership.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.