What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Alliance Franchise Brands?
Allegra Marketing Print Mail in Plymouth, Michigan, is a full-service commercial printer serving local, regional, and national clients. We are looking for a team member who will embrace our core values: a passion for success, teamwork, respect, and integrity!
Job Title: Accounting Specialist – Accounts Payable, Billing, and General Ledger
(This person is onsite at our Plymouth, Michigan location.)
Job Summary: The Accounting Specialist is responsible for managing essential accounting functions, including accounts payable, billing, and general ledger maintenance. This role ensures accurate financial records and supports the organization’s financial operations by handling timely processing of payments, invoices, and ledger entries. The Accounting Specialist will work closely with other departments to maintain the integrity of the financial reporting and compliance with established accounting policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
This person is onsite at our Plymouth, Michigan location.
This position may involve occasional overtime during peak periods (e.g., month-end close). The Accounting Specialist will report to the Accounting Manager and collaborate with various teams across the organization.
The Benefits of joining our Team
Job Title: Accounting Specialist – Accounts Payable, Billing, and General Ledger
(This person is onsite at our Plymouth, Michigan location.)
Job Summary: The Accounting Specialist is responsible for managing essential accounting functions, including accounts payable, billing, and general ledger maintenance. This role ensures accurate financial records and supports the organization’s financial operations by handling timely processing of payments, invoices, and ledger entries. The Accounting Specialist will work closely with other departments to maintain the integrity of the financial reporting and compliance with established accounting policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accounts Payable Management
- Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments.
- Review and verify invoices and check requests, resolving discrepancies as necessary.
- Reconcile accounts payable transactions, maintain vendor records, and ensure all vendor-related issues are addressed promptly.
- Prepare and process payments.
- Billing and Accounts Receivable
- Generate and distribute customer invoices, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Record customer payments and prepare aging reports to ensure proper cash flow management.
- Monitor outstanding receivables, follow up on overdue accounts, and work with customers to resolve billing issues.
- General Ledger Maintenance
- Prepare journal entries, adjustments, and reconciliations to maintain the accuracy of the general ledger.
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Conduct variance analysis and assist with budget preparation as needed.
- Process Improvement and Compliance
- Recommend and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- 2 years of experience in accounts payable, billing, and general ledger accounting.
- Proficiency with accounting software and MS Office, especially Excel.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and standard accounting principles.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and experience with financial reporting software.
- Knowledge of internal controls and SOX compliance (if applicable).
This person is onsite at our Plymouth, Michigan location.
This position may involve occasional overtime during peak periods (e.g., month-end close). The Accounting Specialist will report to the Accounting Manager and collaborate with various teams across the organization.
The Benefits of joining our Team
- Time Away: We provide paid holidays and paid time away to spend with your family and friends.
- Engaging work environment
- Plan for the future: Plan for the near and long-term with our 401K retirements savings plan with matching company contributions.
- Supporting your Health and Well-bring: We offer flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short-and long term disability, Healthcare FSA and Dependent care FSA, critical illness and accident insurance. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family.
- Other compensation: Bonus eligibility
