Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist to join our team in Southern Ocean County, New Jersey. In this long-term contract role, you will play a vital part in managing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in processing payments, invoices, and collections. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and expertise in accounts payable and receivable functions.
Responsibilities:
• Process payments and invoices with precision, adhering to company guidelines and policies.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable, identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain accurate records.
• Monitor outstanding accounts and proactively follow up on overdue payments to ensure timely collections.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external parties to address and resolve issues related to financial transactions.
• Generate detailed reports for management, offering insights into aging balances and overall financial performance.
• Maintain a well-organized filing system to support compliance and streamline document retrieval.
• Ensure payment deadlines are met by coordinating effectively with vendors and internal departments.
• Respond to inquiries from vendors and customers regarding billing, payments, and account details.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the accounting department's operations.
• Proven reliability and trustworthiness in handling sensitive financial information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong organizational abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Capability to learn and adapt to new accounting software systems.
• Excellent record-keeping skills with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• High school diploma required; a degree in Business or Accounting is preferred.
• At least two years of relevant experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Ability to sit for extended periods and work efficiently on a computer.