Accounting Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our team in Montgomery, Alabama on a contract basis with the potential to become permanent. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys hands-on accounting support, maintains strong attention to detail, and can contribute across daily financial operations. The position offers an opportunity to demonstrate your capabilities in a contract assignment with the potential to move into a permanent role. A successful candidate will have experience in construction accounting.

Responsibilities:

• Process invoices, post transactions, and maintain accurate accounting records to support day-to-day financial activity.
• Assist with customer invoicing, payment tracking, and follow-up efforts to help keep receivables current.
• Reconcile account balances and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial data is complete and reliable.
• Enter and organize bookkeeping information with a high degree of accuracy across accounting files and systems.
• Support billing-related tasks and help prepare documentation needed for routine accounting operations.
• Gather financial and historical data to assist with accounting projects, including preparation for future system-related initiatives.
• Work closely with the team to provide general accounting assistance and help maintain efficient workflows. Requirements
• Previous experience in bookkeeping, accounting support, or a similar finance-related position.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and account reconciliation.
• Strong data entry skills with careful attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and stay organized in a fast-paced office environment.
• Proficiency with standard accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with internal team members.
• Construction industry experience is preferred and would be beneficial in adapting to the role quickly.

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