Accounting Specialist

AlphaGraphics; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 31,684 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Performance bonus

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

AlphaGraphics Stamford, CT is seeking an Accounting Specialist for a full-time, in-office role. The ideal candidate has strong accounts payable/receivable, billing and collections experience and is highly detail-oriented.

Proficiency in Excel and accounting software, plus excellent English communication, are required. Responsibilities include data entry in QuickBooks, managing invoices, receivables, payables, tax filings and payroll coordination with an outside provider.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience in billing, collections, accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices and collection regulations.
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting records and financial records.
• Proficiency data entry skills.
• Hands-on experience in operating Excel spreadsheets and accounting software.
• Proficiency in English and in MS Office Suite.
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Input bills into QuickBooks.
• Facilitate payment of invoices by sending reminders and contacting clients.
• Maintain records of receivables via PrintSmith, apply payments and pursue collections.
• Process accounts payable via QuickBooks and manage annual 1099s.
• Process various AP transactions and reconcile statements.
• Prepare and file monthly sales tax returns.
• Coordinate payroll processing with an external provider.
• Respond to vendor inquiries via phone or email.

Skills

Billing & collections experience

Accounting principles

Data entry skills

Excel & accounting software

English & MS Office proficiency

Customer service & negotiation

Accuracy & attention to detail

Education

Finance/Accounting/Business Administration degree (preferred)

Tools

QuickBooks

PrintSmith

MS Excel

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

AlphaGraphics Stamford, CT is an award‑winning full‑service print, design and marketing solutions specialist. Recognized as one of America’s Top 100 small commercial printers for the past three years, we have big goals and big ideas on how we can help our customers Get Noticed and Get Business. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with outstanding quality, value and customer service.

We are currently looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our team. This is a full‑time, in‑office position. The ideal candidate for this position is experienced in accounts payable and accounts receivable practices, and extremely detail‑oriented with a great work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Input bills into Quickbooks
• Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients
• Maintain records of receivable via Printsmith software, apply payments and work on accounts receivable collections
• Process accounts payable via Quickbooks and annual 1099s
• Process various types of accounts payable transactions and reconcile statements
• Prepare and file monthly sales tax returns
• Ensure timely processing of payroll with an outside company
• Respond to vendor inquiries by phone or email

Qualifications

Proven work experience in billing, collections, accounts receivable and accounts payable

• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices and collection regulations
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting records and financial records
• Proficiency data entry skills
• Hands‑on experience in operating Excel spreadsheets and accounting software
• Proficiency in English and in MS Office Suite
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Education & Experience

• College degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration, preferred
• Three plus years of experience in Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable / Billing / Collections

Hours & Compensation

• Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4pm

Compensation: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

We pride ourselves on our training programs in management, sales, operations, print, signs, design, and marketing. Join us with or without experience, and we will succeed together as a team!

• AlphaGraphics centers (locations) are independently owned and operated. The posted positions are offered by individual franchisees who interview, hire, manage and pay the employees hired for positions in a specific local location (center) through their specific business.