Accounting Specialist - Onsite

Carter Lumber; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employer-Matching 401(k) Plan

Job summary

Carter Lumber is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our Corporate Accounting team in Kent, OH. The role supports a variety of accounting functions with a focus on maintaining fixed asset records, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities include reviewing capital projects, recording assets, reconciling to the general ledger, and assisting with month-end close. Strong data entry, Excel skills, and confidentiality are essential for success in this onsite

Qualifications

• Minimum accounting experience and working knowledge of GAAP.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and records.
• Ability to manage recurring tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and cross-department collaboration skills.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.

Responsibilities

• Review capital projects for accuracy and record assets in the fixed asset system per policies.
• Maintain fixed asset records: additions, transfers, disposals, depreciation, and other asset activity.
• Reconcile fixed asset activity to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for assigned activities.
• Crosstrain on other Corporate Accounting functions and provide backup as needed.
• Assist with month-end close and related accounting duties.
• Prepare fixed asset and capital expenditure reports and asset listings as requested.

Skills

Accounting

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Office Suite

Job description

Carter Lumber is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our Corporate Accounting team. This position supports a variety of accounting functions, with a focus on maintaining accurate fixed asset records, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and other Corporate Accounting processes.

Requirements

• Previous accounting experience with a working knowledge of general accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Comfortable with detailed, high-volume data entry and maintaining accurate financial records
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage recurring responsibilities and meet established deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; intermediate Excel skills preferred
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling financial and business information
• This will be an onsite position at the corporate office in Kent, OH

Responsibilities

Accounting

• Review completed capital projects for accuracy and completeness and record capitalized assets in the fixed asset system in accordance with company accounting policies.
• Maintain accurate fixed asset records by processing additions, transfers, disposals, splits, depreciation adjustments, and other asset activity.
• Reconcile fixed asset activity to the general ledger and research and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations related to assigned accounting activity.
• Crosstrain on additional Corporate Accounting functions and provide backup support for corporate rebates, vendor funds, and corporate/vendor trips, including account review, reconciliations, supporting schedules and required approvals.
• Assist with month-end close and other accounting responsibilities as assigned.

Reporting

• Prepare and maintain recurring fixed asset and capital expenditure reports, including asset activity and net book value reporting.
• Prepare fixed asset schedules, asset listings, and other equipment and insurance-related reports as requested by management and internal departments.

Benefits (full-time employees)

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employer-Matching 401(k) Plan