Accounting Specialist - Accounts Payable

Alcott HR is looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist to assist in the support of the Finance Departments day-to-day operations by performing a variety of general office and accounting responsibilities and tasks including accounts receivable / accounts payable functions, and general ledger data entry.

Reporting to our Director of Finance, your day to day responsibilities will include the following:

• Assist the Finance Department with various accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Perform filing, scanning and other general organizational duties.
• Analyze and interpret financial data and prepare timely reports.
• Possess strong organizational skills, maintain detailed records.
• Develop various spreadsheets and assist in performing various reconciliations, including benefits and G/L accounts.
• Assist in daily, quarterly and monthly payroll tax payments and filing returns.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and tie out to monthly G/L for closing.
• Assist in maintaining accounting ledgers and other financial records detailing organizational business transactions.
• Perform other special assignments and projects as requested.

You Are Someone Who Has

• Knowledge of general office duties and accounting.
• Experience in services related to payroll and payroll data entry is preferable.
• Must have excellent internal and external customer service skills.
• Must have excellent technological skills and be familiar with a variety of HRIS.
• Advanced Excel skills required.
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable and receivables, general ledger, and/or accounting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent, Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent years of education and experience preferred.

About Alcott HR

At Alcott HR, we have a Passion for People and Performance™. We empower leaders to focus on their core business purposes and meaning which enables them to more quickly and efficiently grow their business. Alcott HR provides clients and business owners with customized solutions for running their business, including HR best practices, regulatory compliance, payroll, training and development, employee benefits, risk management support, workers' compensation insurance and employment related administration. We serve a diverse group of successful profit and not for profit businesses across the U.S. Get to know us by visiting www.alcotthr.com.

Alcott HR provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Alcott HR complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.