What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Eastridge?
Eastridge Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce management solutions, committed to connecting skilled professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We are looking for an Accounting Specialist for a company specializing in financial operations and transaction management.
Accounting Specialist
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support daily accounting operations and month-end close processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP), strong Excel skills, and knowledge of Sage 100 (preferred). This role requires accuracy, organization, and efficiency in managing financial transactions.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Conduct credit reviews to assess financial risk and set appropriate customer credit limits.
- Maintain an effective collections process while fostering positive customer relationships.
- Resolve billing inquiries via phone and email.
- Investigate AR adjustments, credit/debit memos, and account discrepancies.
- Process and distribute daily invoices via email and mail.
Accounts Payable (AP)
- Accurately enter invoices into the accounting system with correct GL coding.
- Prepare and process weekly check runs for approval and signature.
- Verify invoices against purchase orders and confirm receipt of goods/services before issuing payments.
General Accounting
- Prepare revenue share reports with supporting documentation.
- Assist with month-end close by preparing adjusting journal entries.
- Reconcile bank statements and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Complete assigned summary billing reports as needed.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience: 1-2 years of accounting experience, preferably in accounts receivable.
- Software Skills: Strong Excel skills required; Sage 100 experience preferred.
- Customer Service: Experience in a customer-facing role preferred.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and ensure accuracy.
Why Join ?
- Stable, full-time opportunity in a collaborative accounting team.
- Gain experience in credit review, collections, AP/AR, and general accounting.
- Opportunity to work with Sage 100 and expand your expertise.
If you have a strong foundation in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general accounting and are looking to grow in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply!
Benefits: Use this link bit.ly/4cGUQSh to learn more about benefits available to Eastridge’s temporary employees. From time to time Eastridge’s clients may offer additional benefits to Eastridge employees while on assignment. Information about those benefits will be communicated when applicable.
Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.
Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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