A Financial Operations Specialist specializes in foreseeing or carrying out financial transactions or other routine operations that are influenced by compliance needs. Requires some knowledge of accounting, billing, customer service and contracts. Helps businesses and their customers resolve financial billing and reconciliation issues.
Business Operations Specialist Temp to Hire | 100%
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$26.00 - $29.00 per hour Position Summary The Business Operations Specialist provides cross-functional support to both the Accounting and Sales Enablement teams, ensuring continuity of critical business operations and exceptional support for internal and external customers. This role serves as a trained backup across key accounting, customer service, order management, and administrative functions. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting experience combined with a customer-focused mindset and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Essential Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Operations Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment posting, cash application, account maintenance, and reconciliations. Assist with bank reconciliations, payment processing, and financial transaction accuracy. Maintain vendor records and support supplier onboarding activities. Generate and process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and direct purchases. Research and resolve accounting discrepancies while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. Collaborate with internal departments to support financial accuracy and efficient business operations. Provide backup coverage for accounting functions as needed. Customer Service & Sales Enablement Support Provide backup support for customer order entry, invoicing, returns processing, and customer inquiries. Assist in maintaining customer accounts, pricing, and order information. Support sales and marketing initiatives through sample/demo order fulfillment, collateral distribution, and trade show preparation. Coordinate with customers and internal teams regarding order status, product availability, and service-related issues. Support customer onboarding and sales enablement activities as needed. Provide backup coverage for Sales Enablement functions during absences or workload fluctuations. Operational & Administrative Support Partner with Accounting, Sales, Customer Service, and Operations teams to support daily business activities. Maintain accurate records, documentation, and system data. Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase operational efficiency. Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required High school diploma or GED. 3+ years of accounting experience, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, cash application, reconciliations, or related accounting functions. Strong customer service, order processing, or administrative support experience. Experience working within ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications. Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Experience supporting both accounting and customer-facing business functions. Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or operations environments.
