Accounting Operations Specialist

Vesta, Inc; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 59,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

403(b) plan

Paid Time Off

8 paid holidays per year

Job summary

Vesta, Inc in Lanham, MD is seeking an Accounting Operations Specialist to join a dynamic finance team. This full-time role will manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, payroll processing, and financial reporting using MS Business Central and Power BI.

The position requires 3-5 years of accounting operations experience, an associate degree (Bachelor's preferred), and a strong eye for detail. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting/Finance or related field with 3-5 years accounting operations experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP and IRS reporting (including 1099s) preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Power BI, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoices and vendor inquiries.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Record journal entries, accruals, and reallocations.
• Manage credit card transactions and expense allocations.
• Review reports and correct discrepancies in Power BI and other systems.
• Support HUD, SSA, IRS, and state compliance including 1099 processing.
• Process biweekly and monthly payroll.
• Assist with audits and inquiries.
• Provide professional customer service and cross-team collaboration.

Skills

AP/AR proficiency

GL reconciliations

GAAP knowledge

IRS reporting knowledge

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Position

Accounting Operations Specialist

Location

Lanham, MD

Job Id

1275

# of Openings

1

Position Details

• Full-Time: Monday to Friday 8 - 4:30pm, with flexibility as needed.
• Position Type: Exempt
• Location: Lanham, MD

Sign-on Bonus: $5000.00

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoices, deposits, and vendor inquiries
• Complete monthly bank and credit card reconciliations in Microsoft Business Central
• Process journal entries, accruals, and reallocations
• Manage organizational credit card transactions and expense allocations
• Review financial and Power BI reports, identify discrepancies, and correct errors
• Support HUD, SSA, IRS, and state compliance requirements, including annual 1099 processing
• Processes biweekly and monthly payroll
• Assist with internal and external audits
• Provide professional customer service and respond to internal and external inquiries
• Participate in finance meetings, trainings, and ongoing compliance activities

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred)
• 3-5 years of accounting operations experience
• Strong working knowledge of AP, AR, and reconciliations
• Knowledge of GAAP and IRS reporting requirements (including 1099s)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Business Central, Power BI, and Excel
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Valid driver’s license, clear driving record, and reliable transportation
• Background check and drug screening required.

Why Work at Vesta

• Mission-driven organization with a focus on integrity and accountability
• Collaborative finance team environment
• Opportunity to work with modern financial systems and reporting tools
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Range: $59,482.50 - $66,620.40/year, paid bi-weekly. $5,000 sign-on bonus!
• Other Compensation: Employees are eligible for bonuses (variable, depending on company and individual performance) and paid training.
• PTO: New employees can accrue up to 96 hours of PTO in the first year (pro-rated based on start date and hours worked). Employees can accrue up to 40 hours of sick leave per calendar year (pro-rated based on start date and hours worked).
• Holidays: Full-Time employees receive 8 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: 403(b) plan participation available at hire. Employer matching after 1000 hours of service. Discretionary employer contributions are given at least once a year.
• Health Benefits: Full and Part-Time Employees are eligible for benefits beginning the first day of the month after hire. Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision (single and family), flex-spending accounts (FSA and Dependent Care).
• Company-Paid Benefits: Full-Time employees are eligible for Long-Term Disability and Basic Life/AD&D. All employees are eligible for the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Other Voluntary Benefits: Full-Time employees are eligible for Short-Term Disability coverage.

Vesta is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or political affiliation.