Accounting Specialist

Location: Elkhorn

Job Title:

Accounting Specialist

Job Description

The Accounting Specialist supports the day-to-day accounting operations of the business with a strong emphasis on Accounts Payable, invoice processing, and accurate account coding. This role works closely with company leadership and the Controller while serving as a professional presence at the front office. The position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys contributing in a collaborative office environment where accuracy, accountability, and continuous learning are valued.

Responsibilities

+ Process and code vendor invoices to the appropriate general ledger (GL) accounts with a high degree of accuracy.

+ Reconcile vendor statements and promptly research and resolve any discrepancies.

+ Enter and reconcile company credit card transactions on a regular basis.

+ Support Accounts Payable processes, including maintaining accurate accounting documentation.

+ Assist with account reconciliations and general financial recordkeeping.

+ Support weekly payroll preparation through detailed timecard review and reconciliation.

+ Maintain up-to-date vehicle, equipment, and insurance records and documentation.

+ Organize and maintain both physical and electronic accounting files and records.

+ Serve as the professional front office contact for visitors and vendors, ensuring a positive and professional first impression.

+ Provide general accounting and administrative support to leadership, the Controller, and the broader office team as needed.

+ Assist with the companys transition from Sage 300 to Spectrum ERP by supporting data entry, validation, and process changes.

+ Collaborate with team members to improve accounting processes and ensure compliance with internal procedures.

Essential Skills

+ Hands-on experience with Accounts Payable, including invoice processing and coding to general ledger accounts.

+ Demonstrated ability to process and code vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.

+ Experience reconciling vendor statements and company credit card transactions.

+ Familiarity with account reconciliations and financial recordkeeping practices.

+ Experience supporting weekly payroll preparation through timecard review.

+ Ability to maintain detailed vehicle, equipment, and insurance documentation.

+ Strong organizational skills with experience maintaining accounting files and records in both physical and electronic formats.

+ Professional communication skills to serve as a point of contact for visitors and vendors.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for basic accounting and reconciliation tasks.

+ General bookkeeping and accounting knowledge, including exposure to Accounts Receivable and payroll support.

+ Ability to provide additional administrative and accounting support in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience working with Spectrum ERP is preferred.

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Experience with Sage 300 or similar accounting/ERP systems is beneficial, especially in a transition environment.

+ Construction industry experience is strongly preferred and will be considered a plus.

+ Associates degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field is preferred.

+ Exposure to payroll support functions, including timecard review and coordination with payroll processes.

+ Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and accountability.

+ Comfort working directly with company leadership and a Controller in a small-office setting.

+ Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly and to ask questions and take notes to support continuous learning.

Work Environment

This role is 100% onsite in Elkhorn, NE, working within a small office team of approximately 56 employees that supports a broader workforce of over 120…