Accounting Specialist

BLUE CLIFF SCHOOL CAREER COLLEGE; Alabama; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

BLUE CLIFF SCHOOL CAREER COLLEGE is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support the accounting department by analyzing financial information, maintaining records of payments, preparing payroll, and other essential tasks. The ideal candidate is highly organized with strong mathematical skills and experience in bookkeeping or accounting.

Responsibilities include vendor communication, data entry, bank reconciliations, reporting, payroll processing, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Previous experience as an accountant, bookkeeper, or similar position.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets; experience in Excel, QuickBooks, and basic accounting systems.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with vendors to ensure accuracy of charges and payments.
• Enter financial data and transactions.
• Reconcile bank statements.
• Prepare financial reports and statements.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Create accounting policies to comply with regulations.
• Process payroll.
• Analyze budgets and other financial information.

Skills

Mathematical ability

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits/Perks

• Careers Advancement Opportunities
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation

Job Summary

We are seeking an Accounting Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will support the accounting department by analyzing financial information, maintaining accurate records of incoming and outgoing payments, preparing payroll, and other essential accounting tasks. The ideal candidate is highly organized with strong mathematical skills and previous experience in bookkeeping or accounting.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with vendors and suppliers to ensure the accuracy of charges and payments
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and developments
• Enter financial data and transactions
• Analyze budgets and other financial information
• Reconcile bank statements
• Prepare financial reports and statements
• Verify the accuracy of transactions that have been entered
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Create accounting policies to comply with all rules and regulations
• Process payroll

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
• Previous experience as an accountant, bookkeeper, or similar position
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Good with spreadsheets, experienced in Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, and basic accounting systems
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills