Accounting Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support core financial operations for a contract opportunity with permanent potential based in Galveston, Texas. This position will play an important role in keeping payables, receivables, billing, and reconciliations accurate and up to date while contributing to a smooth month-end close process. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with detailed financial records, managing a high volume of invoices, and maintaining strong accuracy in daily accounting activities.

Responsibilities:

- Process vendor payments, review invoices for accuracy, and ensure accounts payable transactions are completed on schedule.

- Manage customer invoicing and incoming payments while helping maintain timely and accurate accounts receivable records.

- Perform account reconciliations and research discrepancies to support clean and balanced financial data.

- Assist with month-end close activities by preparing entries, organizing supporting documentation, and updating account records.

- Handle high-volume billing and invoicing tasks with close attention to deadlines and transaction accuracy.

- Enter financial data into accounting systems and verify information to maintain complete and reliable records.

- Support day-to-day accounting operations by coordinating billing, payment tracking, and related administrative tasks. Requirements - Experience supporting both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities in a detail-focused accounting environment.

- Working knowledge of billing processes, invoice handling, and account reconciliation practices.

- Ability to manage high-volume invoicing with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

- Proficiency in data entry and maintaining organized financial documentation.

- Familiarity with month-end close support and routine accounting procedures.

- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve payment or account discrepancies.

- Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well with internal and external stakeholders.

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