Accounting Specialist

Hire Virtue
  • Carlsbad, New Mexico
  • $55,000–$65,000
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11 days ago

Job Description

We are seeking an Accounting Specialist who is responsible for supporting daily accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with month-end close activities. This role also supports accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions while ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and post journal entries accurately and in a timely.
  • Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
  • Support Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) activities.
  • Process invoices, payments, and customer receipts.
  • Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances.
  • Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.
  • Maintain accurate accounting records within the ERP system.
  • Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Procurement, and other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Support internal and external audits as requested.
  • Recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls.

Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred.
  • 2–3 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing, mining, industrial, distribution, or similar business environment.
  • Working knowledge of:
    • General Ledger (GL).
    • Journal Entries.
    • Account Reconciliations.
    • Month-End Close Procedures.
    • Accounts Payable (AP).
    • Accounts Receivable (AR).
  • Experience working within an ERP system is required.
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or Microsoft Dynamics 365 is highly preferred.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Enjoy an exceptional work-life balance by working 80 hours over nine business days, giving you every other Friday off while maintaining full-time pay and benefits. Benefits are as follows:
  • Competitive Compensation.
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
  • Employer-Paid Life and Disability Insurance.
  • 401(k) with Company Match.
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Professional Development Opportunities.
  • Stable employment with long-term career growth.
  • Collaborative, people-first culture.
  • Safety-focused work environment.

Numbers & Facts

LocationCarlsbad, New Mexico
Salary$55,000–$65,000

Skills

  • Accountingunmatched
  • Accounting Closeunmatched
  • Accounting Standards and Regulationsunmatched
  • Accounts Payableunmatched
  • Accounts Receivableunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Balance Sheetunmatched
  • Billingunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • External Auditunmatched
  • Financeunmatched
  • Financial Operationsunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Internal Auditunmatched
  • Journal Entriesunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Microsoft Dynamicsunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Operationsunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Reconciliationunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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