Accounting Specialist

Creative Modular Construction; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Modular Construction (CMC) seeks a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support daily operations—AP, AR, vendor management, and financial reporting—in a construction and manufacturing setting in Springfield, Missouri.

This role maintains accurate records, supports internal controls, and assists with month-end and year-end closings, budgeting, and job costing using the company's ERP system and Excel.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Experience with ERP systems or accounting software.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and prepare payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements, credit cards, and GL accounts.
• Maintain vendor records and monitor payment terms.
• Generate customer invoices and statements and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end/year-end closings.
• Assist budgeting, forecasting, job costing, and project cost tracking.
• Support external audits and tax preparation.
• Identify discrepancies and recommend process improvements.

Skills

Analytical

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Deadline management

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Creative Modular Construction (CMC) is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, vendor management, general accounting, and financial reporting. This role helps maintain accurate financial records, support internal controls, and ensure efficient accounting processes within a construction and manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Process vendor invoices and prepare ACH, wire, and check payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements, credit cards, employee benefit accounts, and general ledger accounts.
• Maintain vendor records, complete supplier credit applications, and monitor payment terms.
• Generate customer invoices and statements, follow up on overdue accounts, and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end and year-end closing.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.

Financial Reporting

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, job costing, and project cost tracking.
• Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Support external audits and tax preparation.
• Identify discrepancies and recommend process improvements.

ERP System Support

• Process and track financial transactions using the company’s ERP system.
• Maintain accurate customer, vendor, project, and general ledger data.
• Generate reports and research transaction discrepancies.
• Follow established system access, data maintenance, and approval procedures.

Administrative Support and Internal Controls

• Provide accounting support to the Controller and CFO.
• Maintain organized records and protect confidential financial information.
• Follow vendor verification, payment authorization, and financial control procedures.
• Report suspected fraud, unauthorized transactions, or significant discrepancies.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Two or more years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems or accounting software.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction industry experience, particularly project accounting or job costing.
• Experience in manufacturing or other project-based environments.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage deadlines, communicate effectively, and maintain confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based within a construction and manufacturing organization.
• Standard business hours, with occasional overtime for financial closings, audits, or special projects.

Financial Authority

• Process invoices and prepare payments in accordance with established approval procedures.
• Follow authorization requirements for vendor setup and changes to sensitive account information.
• Payment approval and release authority remain with designated personnel.
• Access financial systems and records only within approved permissions.