Accounting Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a manufacturing operation in New York. This position is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in day-to-day transactional accounting who is ready to expand into broader month-end and reporting responsibilities. The role supports core financial activities, helps maintain accurate records across the business, and partners with leadership to keep accounting processes organized and dependable.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, entering transactions, and preparing timely payments.
• Record financial activity in the general ledger and prepare journal entries to support accurate month-end reporting.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure the integrity of financial records.
• Close completed jobs, verify related inventory balances, and help maintain accurate cost and stock information.
• Maintain fixed asset records, calculate depreciation, and support documentation related to asset accounting.
• Prepare tax-related entries and vendor 1099 documentation in coordination with corporate reporting deadlines.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including financial statement support and ledger review.
• Provide backup support for payroll administration by compiling employee time and payroll data for submission to corporate.
• Help organize purchasing and accounting files, support audit requests, and contribute to cash flow activities such as billing, collections, and payment tracking. Requirements
• 2+ years of accounting experience, including hands-on work with transactional accounting processes.
• Practical knowledge of accounts payable, general ledger posting, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Experience working in an accounting role within a manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred.
• Ability to manage detailed financial data accurately, including invoice processing, recordkeeping, and data entry.
• Familiarity with accounting and business systems such as ERP, payroll, or fixed asset software.
• Comfortable supporting deadline-driven close cycles and handling multiple priorities in an on-site office setting.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and corporate contacts.

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