Accounting Specialist

Paylocity; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Paylocity in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Accounting Specialist to manage financial records, handle AP/AR, and prepare reports for our accounting department. The role requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in corporate accounting and proficiency in multiple accounting software.

You will perform bank reconciliations, assist with payroll processing and tax document preparation, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with external auditors to ensure compliance with regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Extensive experience in procurement and hospitality accounting, or financial services.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Familiarity with double entry bookkeeping principles and accrual accounting methods.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across departments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
• NetSuite, Excel and QuickBooks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle accounts payable and receivable processes, including account reconciliation and cash flow analysis.
• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
• Conduct financial report writing and interpretation for internal stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and financial management practices are followed.
• Mentor junior accountants and provide guidance on technical accounting issues.
• Collaborate with external auditors during audits to ensure compliance with securities law and other regulations.
• Utilize various accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite's, and Microsoft Excel for efficient financial operations.
• Record daily financial transactions and ledger entries.
• Process invoices, vendor payments, and expense reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and financial accounts.
• Assist with payroll processing and tax document preparation
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Leadership / mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

Description

The Accounting Specialist manages financial records, handles accounts payable and receivable, and prepares reports for a company. Support our accounting department and ensures the accuracy of financial reporting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in corporate accounting, with expertise in various accounting software and a deep understanding of bank reconciliations. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage complex financial operations, including regulatory reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Handle accounts payable and receivable processes, including account reconciliation and cash flow analysis.
• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
• Conduct financial report writing and interpretation for internal stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and financial management practices are followed.
• Mentor junior accountants and provide guidance on technical accounting issues.
• Collaborate with external auditors during audits to ensure compliance with securities law and other regulations.
• Utilize various accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite's, and Microsoft Excel for efficient financial operations.
• Record daily financial transactions and ledger entries.
• Process invoices, vendor payments, and expense reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and financial accounts.
• Assist with payroll processing and tax document preparation
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Extensive experience in procurement and hospitality accounting, or financial services.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Familiarity with double entry bookkeeping principles and accrual accounting methods.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across departments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail. This position is ideal for a proactive leader who is passionate about driving financial excellence within an organization.
• NetSuite, Excel and QuickBooks preferred