Accounting Specialist

Description

The Accounting Specialist manages financial records, handles accounts payable and receivable, and prepares reports for a company. Support our accounting department and ensures the accuracy of financial reporting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in corporate accounting, with expertise in various accounting software and a deep understanding of bank reconciliations. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage complex financial operations, including regulatory reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Handle accounts payable and receivable processes, including account reconciliation and cash flow analysis.
• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
• Conduct financial report writing and interpretation for internal stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and financial management practices are followed.
• Mentor junior accountants and provide guidance on technical accounting issues.
• Collaborate with external auditors during audits to ensure compliance with securities law and other regulations.
• Utilize various accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite's, and Microsoft Excel for efficient financial operations.
• Record daily financial transactions and ledger entries.
• Process invoices, vendor payments, and expense reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and financial accounts.
• Assist with payroll processing and tax document preparation
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Extensive experience in procurement and hospitality accounting, or financial services.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Familiarity with double entry bookkeeping principles and accrual accounting methods.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across departments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail. This position is ideal for a proactive leader who is passionate about driving financial excellence within an organization. 
• NetSuite, Excel and QuickBooks preferred