Accounting Specialist

Description Robert Half is partnering with an organization in Fairfield, looking for an Accounting Specialist on a contract-to-permanent basis.

Duties:

+ Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation + Manage vendor invoices, customer billing, payment application, and cash receipts reconciliation + Investigate and resolve AP discrepancies, short payments, unapplied cash, and customer or vendor inquiries + Perform account reconciliations and support month‑end close activities related to AP, AR, and subledgers + Maintain controls and compliance with company policies, GAAP standards, and audit requirements + Partner cross‑functionally with Procurement, Sales, and Finance to improve processes and resolve issues Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, or a similar accounting role.
• Proficiency in an ERP outside of just QuickBooks
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and other essential functions.

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