What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Channellock, Inc?
Description:
Function:
Accounting Specialists are responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial records and transactions including processing and recording transactions, reconciliation of accounts, and generating financial reports that are compliant with accounting regulations. Accounting Specialists focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable and resolving discrepancies.
Essential Job Functions:
- Checks and enters vouchers for payment, i.e., prices, extensions and purchase orders, and keeps the Controller advised of all significant variances/developments.
- Answers vendor inquiries regarding payment and discusses and solves problems associated with vendor invoices with receiving and/or purchasing.
- Checks and enters vouchers for payment, i.e., prices, extensions and purchase orders, and keeps the Controller advised of all significant variances/developments.
- Prepares accounts payable checks & credit card payments weekly for Channellock.
- Scans customers check for remote deposit.
- Scans or copies invoices for other receivables and assets purchased.
- Inputs daily cash, check and credit card deposits.
- Research and process customer claims of invoice payment.
- Assists with related special projects, as assigned.
Required Abilities/Skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize and handle many diverse projects and issues simultaneously; ability to deal with important issues that can have a significant impact on the long-term success of the Company.
- Must be organized and deadline oriented.
- Strong mathematical skills.
- Must maintain confidentiality.
Education/Experience
- High school graduate or equivalent, two years Bookkeeping and/or Accounts Payable experience required. (AA in accounting and computer experience preferred.)