Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

This is an on-site position in Spokane, Washington.

Position Summary

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for supporting the Finance team in areas of accounts payable, accounts receivable, month end/year end closings and assisting the department with other special tasks, as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts receivable including daily invoicing, cash applications and assisting with collections.
• Review monthly vendor statements to identify missing invoices.
• Assist with Monthly Credit Card audits and reviews.
• Assist in resolving accounts payable discrepancies and/or disputes.
• Assist in processing accounts payable check run; coordinates tax forms and stubs; mails vendor payments.
• Maintains customer machine files, reviews purchase orders, prepares progress billings, and reconciles shipped projects.
• Prepares daily deposits, posts cash receipts, and reconciles variances; processes customer credit card payments.
• Reviews customer accounts for credit and collection issues, makes collection calls, and resolves disputes.
• Assist with the month-end, quarter-end and year-end closings.
• Prepares balance sheet reconciliation, assists with RMA and RTV tracking and resolution.
• Assists with cost accounting and variance resolution.
• Perform other special projects or duties, as assigned.

Supportive Functions and Responsibilities

Communicates with internal/external customers to obtain and provide detailed information on corporate-wide invoice processing. Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of all problems and/or unusual matters of significance. Attends all appropriate meetings and training sessions. Promotes and applies teamwork skill at all times. Support business needs based on volumes, shifting team member capacity and finance team needs.

Purchasing Authority Level

None.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional business education a plus.
• Preferred: Associate degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Experience and Skills

• 2-5 years of progressively complex job experience, including strong background working with accounts receivables and collections, or equivalent customer service experience.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Excel and Word.
• Proven ability to work with confidential records.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Excellent communication skills in dealing with customers and employees.

Physical Requirements

• Sit at a desk or computer for extended periods of time.
• Move about the office and factory with occasional lifting, bending and reaching.
• Dial, hear and respond to telephone calls and inquiries.
• Meet requirements of daily attendance on job for a full, continuous work schedule.

Compensation: $27-32/hour (DOE)

Benefits: Alliance offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K with employer match, PTO, paid holidays and a bonus program.

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful worktherefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify. Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.