Accounting Specialist

BLUE CLIFF SCHOOL CAREER COLLEGE; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Training & development

Careers Advancement Opportunities

Careers Advancement Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

A local educational institution in Mobile, Alabama, is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support the accounting department. The role involves analyzing financial information, maintaining records, preparing payroll, and ensuring compliance with accounting regulations. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in accounting, experience in bookkeeping, and strong mathematical skills. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including performance bonuses and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an accountant, bookkeeper, or similar position.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Good with spreadsheets and basic accounting systems.

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 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.

Skills

Strong mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• 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