Accounting Specialist

Dayton, OH

5 days ago

Job Description

Accounting Specialist
Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support daily accounting operations and ensure the accuracy of financial records. This role is responsible for maintaining the general ledger, processing accounts payable, performing reconciliations, preparing journal entries, and assisting with month-end close. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and committed to maintaining accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain the general ledger and perform daily account reconciliations.
Prepare and post journal entries and account adjustments.
Process accounts payable, including invoice coding and timely payments.
Reconcile bank accounts and daily banking transactions, including ACH and wire activity.
Support month-end and year-end close processes.
Research and resolve accounting discrepancies while ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls.
Prepare financial reports and maintain accurate accounting records.
Assist with audit requests and regulatory reporting requirements.
Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely and accurate financial information.
Participate in process improvements and complete special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
Minimum of two years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
Working knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with accounting or ERP software is preferred.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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Numbers & Facts

Location	Dayton, OH
Industry	Financial Services
Company Size	500 to 999 employees
Year Founded	1994
Website	http://www.cfstaffing.com/

About Company

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.