Accounting Specialist - Technology Co.

Ultimate Staffing Services; Chanhassen (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training and onboarding

Modern office environment with perks

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services in Minnesota is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day accounting operations. The role covers AR, AP, collections, posting, account research, reconciliations, and sales tax support.

This contract-to-hire position offers growth potential and onsite training. The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of experience in accounting, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in AR, AP, bookkeeping, or general accounting.
• Experience with collections, payment posting, and account reconciliations.
• Sales tax experience preferred.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Process and post customer payments accurately and timely.
• Manage collections activities and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Generate customer statements and research account discrepancies.
• Assist with reconciliations and account cleanup.
• Process vendor invoices and support month-end AP processes.
• Assist with sales tax filings and related reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Salary: USD27 - USD30 per hour

Accounting Specialist

A Technology organization is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day accounting operations. This role offers exposure to Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, collections, payment posting, account research, reconciliations, and sales tax support. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and interested in long-term career growth.

Job Duties:

Accounts Receivable

• Process and post customer payments accurately and timely
• Manage collections activities and follow up on outstanding balances
• Generate customer statements
• Research and resolve account discrepancies
• Assist with account cleanup and reconciliations

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments
• Review invoices for accuracy and proper coding
• Communicate with vendors regarding payment or invoice questions
• Support month-end AP processes

General Accounting

• Assist with sales tax filings and related reporting
• Perform account reconciliations and transaction research
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Support accounting leadership with special projects
• Assist with bookkeeping-related tasks as needed

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, bookkeeping, or general accounting
• Experience with collections, payment posting, and account reconciliations
• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Sales tax experience is preferred
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Pay: $27-30/hour, depending on experience, with expected pay bump upon hire
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Location: Chanhassen, fully onsite during training; hybrid flexibility may be available later
• Type: Contract-to-hire with long-term growth potential
• Hours: 40 hours per week

Additional Highlights

• Comprehensive training and onboarding
• Modern office environment with employee amenities
• Strong opportunity for advancement and internal promotion
• Stable, growing organization with a national presence
• Excellent benefits available upon permanent hire