Accounting Specialist

Westaff; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Westaff in Champlain, NY is seeking an Accounting Specialist to handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and weekly budgeting. You will assist with monthly closings, prepare reports for management, and respond to invoicing questions from customers, supporting the distribution center.

The role requires attention to detail, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and at least 1 year of office accounting experience.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly operating budgets and projections.
• Analyze and reconcile accounts and assist monthly close.
• Enter journal entries and coordinate A/P, A/R and G/L.
• Provide customer service support via email/phone for invoicing and quotes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

1 year+ office accounting experience

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - Champlain, NY

The Account Specialist handles general accounting functions including accounts payable, account receivable, general ledger, weekly budgeting, and assists in monthly closing procedures. Also customer service responsibilities within the distribution center. The position reports to the General Manager.

• Prepares weekly operating budgets/projections;
• Analyzes and reconciles accounts;
• Provides assistance on the monthly close;
• Prepares reports for the management team;
• Enters journal entries, coordinates A/P, A/R and G/L;
• Answers emails and phone calls that are not limited to small parcel quotes for customer service, questions from customers, A/R details/questions, and invoice requests;
• Responsible for billing customer accounts;
• Ensuring customer rate increases are initiated and maintained;
• Other administrative tasks as directed by the local management team specific to the facility's needs.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma;
• 1 year or more experience in office accounting;
• Computer applications using MS office, to include Excel;
• Attention to detail;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Strong communications skills both verbal and written.