Accounting Specialist

Position: Accounting Specialist I
Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payment Admin to join our client's team in Houston, Texas. This long-term contract position offers an opportunity to contribute to payment administration processes while ensuring efficiency and accuracy. The ideal candidate will thrive in a hybrid work environment and bring exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills to the role.

Responsibilities:

- Process both purchase order and non-purchase order invoices promptly using company systems.

- Respond to inquiries and correspondence related to payment administration in a timely and attentive manner.

- Handle vendor statement reconciliation and conduct thorough research to resolve discrepancies.

- Collaborate with various departments to address and resolve payment issues effectively.

- Review daily transaction activity to ensure accuracy and compliance with audit trails.

- Adhere to service level agreements by processing invoices within 2-3 days of scanning.

- Assist supervisors and coordinators with special projects as required.

- Maintain detailed desk manuals and update them regularly to reflect current procedures.

- Participate in system testing to support operational improvements when needed.

- Evaluate processes and recommend opportunities for streamlining and enhancing efficiency.

Requirements - High school diploma or equivalent educational background.

- Proven ability to work independently and take initiative in challenging situations.

- Strong communication skills with a positive and detail-oriented demeanor.

- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and meet deadlines.

- Proficiency in 10-key typing and intermediate-level Microsoft Excel.

- Ability to research, analyze, and identify areas for process improvement.

- Flexibility to adapt and learn new skills in a dynamic environment.

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