Accounts Payable / Accounting Specialist

Location: Waterbury, CT
Schedule: Part-Time or Full-Time | 100% Onsite
Employment Type: Temporary
Pay Rate: $22–$35/hour, depending on experience

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable / Accounting Specialist to join a busy accounting department in the Waterbury area. This position offers flexibility for either a part-time professional focused primarily on accounts payable or a full-time candidate with broader general accounting experience.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounts payable processes, general ledger coding, and Excel, along with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a collaborative finance team while supporting daily accounting operations.

Responsibilities

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• Process and enter vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.

  
  
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• Review and code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts.

  
  
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• Allocate expenses across multiple programs or departments, ensuring accurate financial reporting.

  
  
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• Prepare and issue weekly check payments, including payments covering multiple invoices.

  
  
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• Download and organize financial data in Excel to support reporting and reconciliation activities.

  
  
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• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with resolving invoice discrepancies.

  
  
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• Support general accounting functions, including journal entries and bank reconciliations, depending on experience.

  
  
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• Collaborate with accounting leadership to ensure timely and accurate financial processing.

  
  
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• Assist with additional accounting projects and departmental needs as assigned.

  
  
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Qualifications

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• 2–3+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience.

  
  
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• Strong understanding of invoice processing, general ledger coding, and payment processing.

  
  
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• General accounting experience, including journal entries and bank reconciliations, preferred for full-time candidates.

  
  
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with financial spreadsheets.

  
  
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• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage competing priorities.

  
  
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• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.

  
  
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• Experience with Financial Edge or similar accounting software is a plus.

  
  
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• Previous nonprofit accounting experience or exposure to multi-department expense allocations is a plus.

  
  
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• No degree required; relevant hands-on accounting experience is valued.

  
  
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Schedule & Additional Details

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• Part-Time: Wednesday through Friday during regular business hours, with an approximately 8:00–8:30 AM start.

  
  
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• Full-Time: Full-time opportunities may be considered for candidates with broader general accounting experience.

  
  
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• Work Arrangement: Fully onsite in Waterbury, CT.

  
  
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If you are a detail-oriented accounting professional looking for a hands-on opportunity with a collaborative team, we encourage you to apply!