Accounting Specialist

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support daily financial operations in New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling both payables and receivables while keeping records accurate, organized, and up to date. The right candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with vendors, customers, and internal teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Review and process vendor payments and customer invoices with a high level of accuracy while following established financial guidelines.
• Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable records, investigate variances, and take corrective action to resolve outstanding issues.
• Track open balances and follow up on overdue accounts to help maintain timely collections and healthy cash flow.
• Partner with internal departments as well as external contacts to address billing questions, payment concerns, and account discrepancies.
• Prepare regular financial summaries and aging reports to give management clear visibility into account status and trends.
• Maintain orderly digital and physical documentation so financial records remain accessible, complete, and compliant.
• Coordinate payment schedules and monitor deadlines to ensure obligations are met on time.
• Respond promptly to inquiries related to invoices, payments, and account activity while providing attentive customer service.