Accounting Specialist

Wannamaker Management Corporation

Position Title: Accounting Specialist FLSA: Exempt

Location: El Paso, Texas

About Us: Wannamaker Management Corporation stands at the forefront of an evolving business landscape, driving growth and excellence across a diverse portfolio that includes several law firms, a dynamic marketing company, and a series of commercial properties. Our mission is to expand our reach and enhance our offerings through strategic acquisitions, leveraging our expertise to cement our position as industry leaders.

Position Summary:The Accounting Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, attention to detail, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. The successful candidate will collaborate with various departments to support financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting activities.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Process checks requests and expense reports regularly.
• Accurately review, code, and process vendor invoices.
• Verifies and posts details of business expense transactions.
• Facilitates payment of vendors, which may include verification of federal ID numbers.
• Review purchases and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensures outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identifies discount opportunities, and issues purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed.
• Maintain vendor accounts while staying in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform data entry associated with accounts payable and expenses.
• Audit and process credit card bills
• Address and respond to vendor inquiries.
• Maintain A/P Aging up to date.
• Identifying vendors for 1099-NEC requirements and other related IRS Required Reportable Forms
• Identify reportable purchases for Sales & Use State Tax Purposes (or similar reporting requirements)
• Preparation of monthly expense budget, financial forecasts, and report variances.
• Fixed assets and Inventory accounting and reporting.
• Compile and sort documents to substantiate business transactions.
• Maintain accurate and updated cost center reports.
• Analyze payroll and allocate to cost centers as needed.
• Calculate Overhead costs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities:

• Bilingual (Spanish) written/oral is preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and provide insightful recommendations.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities with strict deadlines.
• Able to exercise good judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• High level of MS Office Suite/Google Suite, including Word, Excel, Google Docs, Google Sheets, etc.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5 years preferred) as a Staff Accountant or similar role, with increasing responsibilities and exposure to complex accounting tasks.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, including GAAP.
• Proficient in financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting techniques.
• Proficient in using accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to create complex spreadsheets and perform data analysis.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,670.00 - $54,700.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• El Paso, TX 79902 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• El Paso, TX 79902: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $48,670 - $54,700