Accounting Specialist (Accounts Payable Focus)

Tusco, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tusco Inc is seeking an Accounting Specialist focused on Accounts Payable to support daily financial operations. The role emphasizes accurate AP processing, vendor management, and adherence to GAAP. A hands-on bookkeeper background is valued for success in this position.

Responsibilities include invoice processing, approvals, reconciliations, 1099 filings, and assisting with month-end close. Strong detail orientation and time management are essential for timely financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on accounts payable experience.
• Experience in general accounting or full-cycle bookkeeping.
• Working knowledge of GAAP.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review, code, and process vendor invoices in a timely and accurate manner.
• Obtain appropriate approvals for invoices prior to payment.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies or disputes promptly.
• Maintain and update vendor master records, W-9s, and 1099 documentation.
• Prepare annual 1099 filings in compliance with IRS requirements.
• Monitor AP aging reports and communicate outstanding items to management.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes including journal entries and accruals.
• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare and post recurring and adjusting journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Analyze expense trends and flag unusual variances for review.
• Assist with fixed asset tracking, depreciation schedules, and capital expenditure reporting.

Skills

Accounts Payable

GAAP

Attention to detail

Deadline driven

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Preferred Bachelor's degree

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

NetSuite

Bill.com

Tipalti

Coupa

Job description

Accounting Specialist (Accounts Payable Focus)

Tusco Inc

Cottondale, AL 35453

When you join Tusco, you not only become a member of one of the most respected perimeter security solutions teams, but you also become a member of the Tusco family. If you are motivated to achieve success with a rapidly growing security solutions leader Tusco is interested in you!

Tusco has become an award-winning organization through PERFORMANCE excellence, shared EXPERIENCE, a positive ATTITUDE and trusting RELATIONSHIPS which define our Core Values. If you feel you align with these attributes let's talk!

We are currently seeking: Accounting Specialist (Accounts Payable Focus)

Position Summary

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the organization, with a primary focus on accounts payable processing and general accounting functions. This role ensures that financial transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in AP workflows, a solid foundation in bookkeeping or general accounting, and a detail-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Review, code, and process vendor invoices in a timely and accurate manner.
• Obtain appropriate approvals for invoices prior to payment.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies or disputes promptly.
• Maintain and update vendor master records, W-9s, and 1099 documentation.
• Prepare annual 1099 filings in compliance with IRS requirements.
• Monitor AP aging reports and communicate outstanding items to management.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes including journal entries and accruals.
• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts
• Prepare and post recurring and adjusting journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Analyze expense trends and flag unusual variances for review.
• Assist with fixed asset tracking, depreciation schedules, and capital expenditure reporting.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field - OR equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on accounts payable experience.
• Demonstrated experience in general accounting or full-cycle bookkeeping.
• Working knowledge of GAAP principles and accounting fundamentals.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or similar ERP).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with numerical data.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience with automated AP platforms (e.g., Bill.com, Tipalti, Coupa).
• Understanding of sales/use tax and 1099 reporting obligations.

What we offer

Tusco employees have access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), career development classes, paid time off and many more benefits.

About Tusco, Inc.

Established in 1974, Tusco, Inc. has become one of the nation’s leading and most respected perimeter security solutions contractors, providing sales and installation of crash rated fencing and gates, wedge barriers, bollards, drop arms, structured cabling, video surveillance, and access control systems. Tusco also provides services in systems integration and perimeter security site assessments and consulting.

Our performance history includes job locations that span from West coast to East coast as well as select international sites where we have provided state of the art perimeter security solutions to clients such as government agencies, including the FBI, DEA, and EPA, military bases, data centers, state capitol and federal buildings, universities, industrial facilities, spectator sports venues, office complexes, multifamily unit developments, churches, schools, and many others.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.