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Accounting Specialist
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Robert Half
Elyria, OH (In Person)
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Description We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support key day-to-day financial operations for a service organization in Elyria, Ohio. This Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing transactional accounting tasks, maintaining accurate records, and helping keep payroll and payment processes on schedule. The right candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively across multiple accounting responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
- Reconcile bank activity by reviewing statements, identifying discrepancies, and ensuring financial records remain accurate and current.
- Process payroll through Paychex with careful attention to deadlines, employee data, and reporting accuracy.
- Manage accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices, preparing payments, and coordinating regular check runs.
- Support accounts receivable and billing tasks by tracking incoming payments and helping maintain organized customer account records.
- Perform account reconciliations across various ledgers to verify balances and resolve outstanding issues promptly.
- Maintain accounting documentation and transaction records in a clear, consistent, and audit-ready manner.
- Assist with routine accounting operations and provide administrative support for finance-related workflows as needed.
- Contribute to efficient use of accounting software, with Sage knowledge considered helpful for the role. Requirements
- Experience handling accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting support tasks.
- Ability to complete bank reconciliations accurately and investigate variances effectively.
- Working knowledge of payroll processing, preferably using Paychex.
- Familiarity with billing activities, invoice review, and payment processing procedures.
- Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment.
- Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheets; exposure to Sage is a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.