Accounting Specialist
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Accounting
Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Financial Reporting, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Staff Accountant
Elite Connector is searching for an Accounting Specialist who will provide support to the finance department by performing daily accounting tasks and maintaining accurate financial records. This role is critical to ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions and supporting the Controller with day-to-day accounting activities.
The ideal candidate must have a solid understanding of fundamental accounting principles, including debits and credits, journal entries, and bank reconciliations. This is a hands-on accounting position, and candidates must be comfortable performing these tasks independently.
Key Responsibilities- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
- Prepare and post journal entries
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of debits and credits and their impact on the general ledger
- Perform bank reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
- Assist with payroll processing
- Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records and files
- Support month-end and year-end closing processes
- Assist with audits and financial reporting
- Ensure accounting transactions are accurately recorded and properly supported
- Perform other accounting and administrative tasks as required
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in accounting/finance preferred
- 3+ years of hands-on accounting or bookkeeping experience
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles, including debits and credits
- Demonstrated ability to prepare and understand journal entries
- Hands-on experience performing bank reconciliations
- Understanding of general ledger accounting
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software (Quick Books or similar)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to identify discrepancies and take appropriate action to resolve them
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Knowledge of GAAP principles
- Experience with month-end and year-end closing procedures
Candidates must have hands-on experience with debits and credits, journal entries, and bank reconciliations. These are mandatory requirements for the position.
Candidates whose experience is limited primarily to data entry, invoicing, AP/AR processing, or administrative accounting support without a solid understanding of general accounting principles will not be considered.
Job Type & Schedule- Monday to Friday, standard business hours (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
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