Accounting Specialist San Antonio

Accounting Specialist – San Antonio

Disability Services of the Southwest / Lifespan Home Health

Position Summary:

The Accounting Specialist ensures accurate accounting records and performs a variety of clerical and entry‑level accounting tasks. The role offers Monday – Friday hours, full‑time or part‑time flexibility, and compensation of $20 per hour.

• Mail out accounts payable checks to vendors on a weekly basis.
• Deposit checks daily.
• Maintain and distribute Detail Cash Reports daily.
• Reconcile cash accounts on a monthly basis.
• Perform accounts payable functions, including receiving and matching invoices, account coding, preparation of disbursements, and related record keeping.
• Code invoices with account numbers according to ledger distribution; determine dates for payment; key‑punch invoices into a computerized AP system; maintain an alphabetical open invoice file for unpaid invoices.
• Review invoices scheduled for payment and special check requests with the Controller, print approved checks, and prepare and route for signature based on check‑signing authority.
• Maintain accounting files and locate information as needed.
• Observe confidentiality policies at all times.
• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent time‑management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Good math skills.
• Effective interpersonal and active listening skills, including asking clarifying questions.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to work with health‑care professionals, clients, families, and the general public.
• Written and verbal communication skills are required to meet audience needs.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and comprehending English; ability to communicate efficiently in English.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum six (6) months of clerical experience.
• Competence with computer applications such as MS Word and Excel; ability to learn agency‑specific software.
• Proficiency in database and spreadsheet software strongly desired.
• Typing speed of 35 words per minute and 10‑key adding machine proficiency.

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods.
• Reaching with hands or arms in any direction.
• Finger dexterity to manipulate objects, e.g., using a keyboard.
• Communication skills using the spoken word.
• Normal vision and hearing within normal parameters.
• Ability to move about.

Apply Online: Visit www.dsswtx.org or to submit your application.