Accounting Specialist

Liquidity Services; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Paid parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Liquidity Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: LQDT) is seeking a Finance Associate II to support the finance team in daily operations, including transaction processing, customer and internal communications, and administrative tasks to ensure smooth department operations.

This role involves learning the auction/client database, managing supplier and client ACH information, replying to inquiries, and assisting with the tax removal process and month-end close.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Finance or Accounting preferred, or 1–3 years of related work experience.
• Proficient in standard software and Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with Oracle is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general administrative tasks in the Finance Department.
• Learn and manage the auction/client database and internal reports.
• Set up and maintain suppliers and client ACH information in accounting software and validate.
• Manage finance team email inboxes and respond to inquiries; escalate as needed.
• Assist in the tax removal process by adjusting invoices and refunds.
• Prepare month-end reconciliations during monthly close.
• Back up teammates and perform other finance operational duties.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Customer service

Working from home

Multitasking

Deadline driven

Education

Degree in Business, Finance or Accounting

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Liquidity Services (NASDAQ: LQDT) operates the world’s largest B2B e-commerce marketplace platform for surplus assets, with over $15 billion in completed transactions to more than 6 million qualified buyers worldwide and 15,000 corporate and government sellers. It supports its clients’ sustainability efforts by helping them extend the life of assets, prevent unnecessary waste and carbon emissions, and reduce the number of products headed to landfills.

Job Description

The Finance Associate II reports to the Assistant Manager, Accounting and supports the finance team in its daily operations including transaction processing, communicating with customers and internal personnel, and managing administrative tasks to ensure the department runs smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for general administrative tasks in the Finance Department.
• Must learn and develop appropriate knowledge of the auction/client database as well as internal reports and databases.
• Set up and maintain suppliers and client ACH information in accounting software and validate.
• Manage accounting team email inboxes daily including responding to internal/external inquiries and flagging for appropriate team members for action. Research and respond to payment inquiries.
• Assist in the tax removal process by adjusting invoices and preparing refund information.
• Prepare month end reconciliations during our monthly close process.
• Perform other finance operational duties as assigned and assist in backing up teammates.

Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• Degree in Business, Finance or Accounting preferred, or 1 – 3 years of related work experience.
• Proficient in standard computer software and Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with Oracle is a plus.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Great organizational skills and ability to be detail-oriented required.
• Must be able to demonstrate a cooperative spirit while supporting both internal and external customers. Must provide excellent customer service in a timely manner.
• Must perform accurate and timely work
• Must be able to perform duties at department standards while working from home.

Ability:

• Must be able to work productively in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines and perform well under pressure
• Must be a strong multi-tasker and able to prioritize duties

Location:

• US - Remote

Travel:

• N/A

Compensation is determined by various factors such as location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as internal and external equity and organizational needs. Additionally, this role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

The salary range for this position is $19.6 to $23.5 hourly. The posted range reflects our national average range for the job. We may ultimately pay more or less than the published range based on the factors mentioned above. This range may be modified in the future.

At Liquidity Services, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees' well‑being and provides growth opportunities and career development. Our offerings include:

• Competitive wages
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development and tuition assistance

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Liquidity Services Inc. reserves the right to modify position duties at any time due to business necessity.

Liquidity Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.