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This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/12882733

The Position:

The Accounting Specialist will play a key role in assisting the Accounting Manager with managing the finances of our business, including creating financial transactions and generating relevant reports. The position will also collaborate and communicate with employees, vendors, and customers to ensure the accuracy of financial records.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Verify financial transactions for accuracy
• Responsible for Zendesk tickets assigned to accounting, work and complete
• New customer setup in accounting system
• Prepare monthly customer invoices
• New Vendor setup in accounting system
• Check, verify and code vendor invoices
• Process weekly AP check run as required
• Reconcile various vendor, credit card and bank statements
• Process annual 1099s
• File monthly sales tax reports
• Perform general accounting tasks
• Monthly store count reconciliation
• Responsible for specific month end reconciliations and accruals
• Responsible for managing Accounts Receivable
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Two to five years job related experience.
• Sage Intaact experience preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping terminology and practices.
• Superior skill in general record keeping and spreadsheets.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to compare data from a variety of sources for problem solving, accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks appropriately.
• Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively, always showing respect.
• Ability to work overtime as requested by manager.
• Ability to reconcile and balance financial transactions, reports, and accounts.
• Strong accounting system experience a plus.

Education or Certifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Management with a concentration in Finance or Accounting

Physical/Mental Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively
• High level of alertness, concentration, accuracy, and time-management
• Able to maintain a stationary position for prolonged periods