Accounting Specialist

Sunrise Technologies; Winston-Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrise Technologies is seeking an Accounting Specialist to ensure accuracy in expenses, billing, and general accounting. Hybrid schedule (remote Mondays & Fridays) from the Winston-Salem, NC headquarters.

The role requires a 5+ year accounting background, a BA in accounting, and strong GAAP knowledge. Join a growing team focused on precise financial operations and cost control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting (3.5+ GPA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience (minimum 3 years corporate).
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Proficiency in Dynamics 365 F&O, Dynamics GP and related software.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-driven with proactive problem-solving and deadline discipline.

Responsibilities

• Manage the bi-weekly customer billing cycle with timely invoices.
• Process and code credit card bills for expense management.
• Oversee AP and AR entry with accurate records.
• Maintain a virtual filing system for document organization.
• Manage collections to ensure on-time customer payments.
• Analyze subcontractor activity and prepare cost-control reports.
• Perform monthly accruals and GL reconciliations for month-end/year-end.
• Set up new customer accounts and projects; handle new-hire setup and Visa cards.
• Demonstrate initiative by leading special cross-department projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Dynamics 365 F&O

Dynamics GP

PowerBI

Concur

CE

Job description

Sunrise Technologies is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Accounting Specialist. This person will play a critical role in the growth of the company by ensuring accuracy and timeliness with expense, billing, and general accounting processes.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in accounting, 5+ years of corporate accounting experience, and a strong work ethic and proven record of success.

This position works out of Sunrise Technologies’ headquarters in Winston Salem, NC on a hybrid schedule (remote Mondays & Fridays).

What you’ll do:

• Manage the bi-weekly customer billing cycle, ensuring timely and accurate invoices.
• Process and code Credit Card bills for efficient expense management.
• Oversee accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) entry, maintaining accurate financial records.
• Maintain a virtual filing system for streamlined document organization.
• Actively manage collections to ensure on‑time customer payments.
• Analyze subcontractor activity and prepare reports for cost control.
• Perform monthly accruals and analysis for a clear understanding of financial obligations.
• Review and reconcile the General Ledger (GL) for monthly and year‑end closing.
• Set up new customer accounts and projects efficiently and accurately.
• New hire set up and associated administrative tasks including ordering corporate Visa cards.
• Demonstrate initiative by taking on special projects and leading them across departments to drive team success.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

What you need to be successful:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting (3.5+ GPA preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in progressively responsible accounting roles. (Minimum of 3 years of experience in a corporate accounting environment.)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices (GAAP).
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O), Dynamics GP, etc).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
• A go‑getter attitude with a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Loyalty, dedication, and a strong work ethic.
• Self‑driven, ambitious, and committed to meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work well in teams and independently.
• Capable of maintaining confidential information.

Nice to Have :

• Experience with international accounting, particularly Canadian accounting
• Knowledge of collections best practices.
• Knowledge of and experience using Microsoft programs including PowerBI, CE , Concur, Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O), etc.

Sunrise Technologies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.