Specialist, Finance & Accounting

Accounting Specialist

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for independently owning core accounting processes, including the month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, and audit support. This role operates with a high level of autonomy and serves as a subject matter expert in accounting and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal policies.

The position partners closely with Finance, Operations, and business stakeholders to deliver accurate financial data, drive process improvements, and provide actionable insights. This role is critical to maintaining financial integrity, strengthening internal controls, and supporting business decision-making through high-quality reporting and analysis.

• Own and execute the month-end and year-end close processes for assigned areas, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Lead balance sheet account reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely resolution of discrepancies
• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules, including variance analysis and issue identification
• Serve as a subject matter expert in GAAP, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment and compliance across transactions
• Act as a primary contact for external audits, preparing documentation, responding to auditor inquiries, and driving audit readiness
• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements, including automation, standardization, and strengthening of internal controls
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and business leaders to explain financial results and support decision-making
• Analyze financial data and deliver insights that improve reporting accuracy and business understanding
• Lead or support special projects, including system enhancements, process transformations, and policy implementation
• Provide informal guidance and review work of junior team members to ensure quality and consistency

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with demonstrated ownership of close and reporting processes
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Proven ability to operate independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities
• Experience owning accounting processes and driving improvements to controls and efficiency
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Net Suite preferred) and advanced Excel skills
• Experience supporting or leading external audits and compliance activities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to partner cross-functionally and communicate financial concepts effectively to non-finance stakeholders