Accounting Specialist

Robert Half • Youngstown, OH • 9h ago

Description We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a wood and furniture manufacturing organization in Youngstown, Ohio in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This position plays an important role in keeping receivable and payable activity accurate, timely, and well documented while supporting smooth day-to-day accounting operations. The individual in this role will partner with the Controller and internal teams to help maintain strong financial records, respond to account questions, and contribute to monthly closing and reporting efforts.

Responsibilities:

Create and issue customer invoices promptly, ensuring billing details are complete and accurate.

Record and post incoming payments from multiple channels, including checks, electronic transfers, and card transactions.

Review outstanding customer balances, follow up on overdue accounts, and help resolve collection matters professionally.

Investigate billing questions, payment variances, and account discrepancies to bring issues to resolution efficiently.

Enter vendor invoices with proper account coding, required approvals, and supporting backup documentation.

Prepare supplier payments through approved payment methods and verify transactions are processed on schedule.

Reconcile vendor statements and account activity, identifying and correcting inconsistencies when they arise.

Support monthly and annual close tasks by assisting with reconciliations, financial schedules, reporting, and audit documentation.

Maintain organized customer and vendor records within the accounting system while contributing to process improvements, automation initiatives, and departmental cross-training as needed. Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, accounts payable, or a similar finance-related role.

Working knowledge of both receivables and payables processes, including invoicing, payment application, and account balancing.

Proficiency with accounting software or ERP systems and solid skills in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accurate financial records.

Effective analytical and problem-solving abilities for researching discrepancies and resolving transactional issues.

Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with customers, vendors, and internal business partners.

Detail-oriented approach to handling confidential financial information and following established accounting standards and company policies.

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; manufacturing industry experience is a plus.

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