Accounting Specialist

Description

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support a financial services client in Blue Ash, Ohio on a Long-term Contract basis. This role is suited for an accounting specialist who can keep financial records accurate, perform thorough balance reviews, and support dependable close activities. The position will contribute to daily accounting operations by examining discrepancies, preparing support documentation, and helping maintain strong reconciliation practices.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct in-depth balance sheet and account reconciliations, identify variances, and take appropriate steps to confirm the accuracy of recorded amounts.

- Examine general ledger entries and related backup materials to confirm transactions are classified correctly and supported by proper documentation.

- Create journal entries, reconciliation schedules, and closing work papers that contribute to monthly and periodic financial close deliverables.

- Investigate unresolved items, aging balances, and other exceptions, partnering with internal teams to drive timely resolution.

- Review accounting data for irregular patterns or unusual fluctuations and raise issues that may require correction or additional analysis.

- Organize and maintain reconciliation files and accounting records in a manner that supports internal control standards and audit readiness.

- Use Excel to sort, analyze, and summarize large volumes of financial information for reporting and account review purposes.

- Contribute to enhancements in reconciliation and reporting procedures to improve efficiency and strengthen accuracy across accounting activities.

Requirements - Prior experience in an advanced accounting capacity with significant responsibility for reconciliations and account analysis.

- Strong Excel skills, including the ability to work with sizable data sets and perform detailed financial review.

- Working knowledge of general ledger processes, journal entry preparation, and month-end close responsibilities.

- Demonstrated ability to research discrepancies independently and resolve issues with precision and sound judgment.

- Experience producing well-structured supporting documentation suitable for audit and compliance review.

- Strong organizational ability with success managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

- Effective communication skills for collaborating with accounting personnel and cross-functional business partners.

- Familiarity with core accounting activities such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and reconciliation support.

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