We are seeking an Accountant Specialist to join our team. In this role you will support the accounting department bymaintaining accurate records of incoming and outgoing payments, data entry, reconciliations, and other essential accounting tasks.The ideal candidate is highly organized with strong mathematical and problem-solving skills. Some experience in financial preparation and analytics is preferred. Project based or construction accounting a plus.
Key Responsibilities
Work with a global team to support accounting operations
Enter and maintain accurate financial data and transactions
Maintain vendor, supplier, and customer master files
Process accounts payable transactions, including matching invoices to purchase orders, obtaining approvals, and ensuring proper coding
Verify the accuracy of transactions that have been entered
Support accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, cash application, and collections
Assist with maintaining compliance with tax regulations, internal controls, and audit requirements
Monitor AP and AR balances and follow up on outstanding payments
Vendor, Supplier, and Customer Relations
Perform weekly bank and credit card reconciliations
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
Support financial reporting, analysis, and ad-hoc reporting requests
Assist financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and cash flow management
Assist with maintaining internal controls and audit documentation
Identify opportunities for process improvements
Monitor general accounting email accounts and distribute information appropriately
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and developments
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related financial field
Previous experience as an accountant, bookkeeper, or similar position
3-5 years of accounting experience, ideally in logistics, construction, or infrastructure
Experience with construction/project-based accounting and WIP schedules
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong Data Entry and Mathematical Skills
Advanced Excel Skills and QuickBooks Desktop experience preferred
Excellent attention to detail, time management, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent problem-solving skills, flexibility, and ability to resolve disputes
Numbers & Facts
Location
LIC, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Skills
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Credit and Collectionsunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Data Entryunmatched
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Dental Insuranceunmatched
Desktop PCunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Document Managementunmatched
Financial Analysisunmatched
Financial Planningunmatched
Financial Reportingunmatched
Financial Transactionsunmatched
Forecastingunmatched
Health Insuranceunmatched
Industry/Trade Analysisunmatched
Infrastructure Constructionunmatched
Internal Auditunmatched
Intuit Quickbooksunmatched
Logisticsunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Mathematicsunmatched
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Regulatory Complianceunmatched
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Vision Planunmatched
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