Accounting Specialist - #twiceasnice Recruiting : Job Details

Accounting Specialist Location: New York, NY (near Madison Square Park) Base Salary: $70,000+ (DOE) Benefits: Medical, Dental, 401k w/ matching, Sick Time, Holidays, Vacation Job Type: Full-Time Typical Hours: M-F; 8:30 AM - 5 PM Start Date: ASAPSponsorship is not availableAccounting Specialist (bookkeeping & ERP exp. req.) Description Our client in the business services and distribution industry is looking for an Accounting Specialist to join their Team in New York City. Reporting to the Controller, you will be responsible for general accounting initiatives such as general ledger, accounts receivable, invoicing, and supporting month-end closing. Most of your time will be spent on A/R including collections. Working across two entities, you'll use QuickBooks Online and Epicor to support accounting functions. A working knowledge of intercompany transactions would be a huge plus. Ultimately, they're looking for a well-rounded accounting professional who would enjoy a close-knit team atmosphere. Someone who prides themselves on their approachability and their willingness to offer support no matter the task. They are a smaller family-owned company. What they lack in upward mobility potential, they make up for in the culture they champion and the security they provide even in these uncertain times. They have a loyal clientele and have been in business for over 80 years. If you enjoy wearing different hats and appreciate a fast-paced environment, this is a great opportunity to do what you love with good people around you. Accounting Specialist (bookkeeping & ERP exp. req.) Responsibilities Generate customer sales orders and invoices Record payments, credits, refunds, and adjustments Deposit cash and checks to the bank as needed Coordinate with sales and customers to ensure timely collections Gather and validate customer credit data and establish credit lines Prepare monthly statements and follow up on outstanding receivables Identify, investigate, and resolve account discrepancies Manage reconciliations of each account Assist with vendor payments and maintain company accounts Support monthly financial close process Prepare GL entries and assist in creating financial statements Generate reports for management as neededAccounting Specialist (bookkeeping & ERP exp. req.) Qualifications 5+ years of general bookkeeping experience required Accrual based accounting experience required Excel skills including VLOOKUP required ERP experience required Able to work onsite daily required