Accounts Payable Specialist

Ledgent; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for an Accounting Support Specialist in Phoenix, AZ. The candidate will support core accounting functions, manage documents, and organize data using tools like Excel and Adobe. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and enjoy fostering internal team support. This is a full-time role within a fast-paced environment, ideal for those eager to sharpen their accounting skills.

Qualifications

• Some experience in accounting or related work.
• Strong basic Excel skills required.
• Proficiency in handling PDF documents.
• Experience using an accounting software/system.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general accounting tasks within the accounting system.
• Manage and process documents using Outlook, Adobe, and PDF tools.
• Support the accounting team with various administrative functions.
• Support the accounting team with various administrative and data-entry functions.
• Adapt quickly to new tasks and workflow processes.

Skills

Excel skills (filtering, sorting, formulas)

Proficiency with Outlook

Proficiency with Adobe

Attention to detail

Ability to learn quickly

Education

Accounting experience

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Adobe PDF

Accounting software

Job description

Job Posting: Accounting Support Specialist

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Employment Type: Full-Time

Environment: Fast-paced, team-oriented

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and quick-learning Accounting Support Specialist to join our team. This role supports core accounting functions and requires someone who can thrive in a fast-paced environment while mastering new processes efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with general accounting tasks within our accounting system
• Manage, organize, and process documents using Outlook, Adobe, and PDF tools
• Use Excel regularly to review, organize, and enter data (Excel skills test required)
• Support the accounting team with various administrative and data-entry functions
• Adapt quickly to new tasks and workflow processes

Qualifications

• Some experience in accounting or accounting-related work (AP experience not required)
• Strong basic Excel skills (filtering, sorting, formulas, data entry)
• Proficiency with Outlook, Adobe, and handling PDF documents
• Experience working within an accounting software/system
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to learn quickly

Ideal Candidate

You're someone who is organized, tech-savvy, and eager to grow your accounting skills. You enjoy supporting internal teams, working with data, and learning new tools and processes.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.