Accounting Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist to join our team in Youngstown, Ohio. This role is within the manufacturing industry and offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment. As a Contract to permanent position, it provides the potential for long-term growth and development within the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Operate the cash register for cash sales and purchases, ensuring daily balancing and regular reconciliation of petty cash.
• Record supplier information and vendor bills for lumber, maintenance supplies, and pallets, matching them against purchase orders and transferring data to QuickBooks Enterprise Desktop.
• Generate purchase orders for maintenance-related parts and supplies as needed.
• Execute month-end financial tasks, including intercompany billing, sales tax calculations, quarterly organizational taxes, and road tax processing, which involves tracking fuel receipts by state for company-owned semi tractors.
• Manage customer payments by receiving and applying checks and electronic transfers through Huntington Bank's website, ensuring prompt filing and organization.
• Review and take action on suspended transactions in the bank's Positive Pay Security Report, verifying vendor details and payment amounts to prevent fraud.
• Process grant applications related to drug testing policies, ensuring compliance with organizational requirements. Requirements
• Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes.
• Strong knowledge of billing functions and account reconciliation.
• Familiarity with general accounting practices and principles.
• Experience working with QuickBooks Enterprise Desktop or similar accounting software.
• Ability to manage month-end financial tasks and reporting.
• Excellent organizational skills to maintain accurate and timely filing systems.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies in financial transactions.
• Strong communication skills for vendor and customer interactions.

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