Accounting Operations Specialist

Description

The Accounting Operations Specialist I is responsible for executing high-volume transactional accounting activities with accuracy, consistency, and timeliness. This role forms the operational backbone of Accounting Operations and supports the integrity of day-to-day financial processes.

This position is on-site only and does not support remote work. The company does not sponsor employment-based visas.

Role Scope & Team Structure

This role operates within a peer-based Accounting Operations team structure. The Accounting Operations Specialist I works collaboratively with the Accounting Operations Specialist II, sharing workload and serving as mutual back-up coverage during absences or peak periods. While responsibilities differ in complexity, judgment, and ownership, this role does not have nor report to a supervisory relationship within the Specialist roles.

Requirements

• Process high-volume accounts payable and/or accounts receivable transactions in accordance with established procedures and timelines
• Prepare and post routine journal entries
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Support month-end close activities under guidance
• Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready documentation
• Respond to vendor and internal inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Adhere to internal controls, accounting policies, and deadlines
• Perform basic office management and front-of-house support duties, including scheduled lobby coverage, greeting visitors, managing incoming mail and deliveries, coordinating office supplies, and supporting general office organization
• Escalate issues and risks appropriately

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–3 years of accounting or finance operations experience
• Working knowledge of general ledger fundamentals
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage repetitive, deadline-driven work

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume or shared services accounting environment
• Exposure to ERP systems
• Experience supporting multi-entity or project-based accounting