Accounting Specialist

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for accurate and timely financial processing, supporting Client Service Teams and interacting with clients as needed. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank and credit card accounts, and facilitating revenue uploads through various integrations. The position also entails recording payroll transactions, preparing journal entries, and contributing to the monthly close process, all while ensuring compliance with processing and reporting deadlines. Collaboration with engagement teams to enhance efficiencies and additional assigned tasks round out this vital accounting function.Responsibilities

• Review and code client bank and credit card transactions for accuracy
• Investigate and resolve transactions lacking sufficient information for accounting entries
• Process and manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring correct categorization and timely payments
• Analyze and document credit card statement activities for comprehensive financial records
• Record payroll activity and related tax information using payroll register reports
• Accurately input financial data generated from various reports into clients' accounting systems
• Conduct month-end account reconciliations to maintain financial accuracy
• Review and correct miscoded transactions and other accounting errors
• Maintain general account upkeep, including updating transaction coding rules
• Verify and keep customer, vendor, and employee lists current
• Support and collaborate with team members, providing client interaction as needed
• Utilize automation and cloud-based accounting systems for timely information processing
• Assist with financial analyses and account reconciliations for the monthly closing process
• Adhere to strict deadlines to ensure consistent financial reporting
• Collaborate with engagement teams to enhance accounting processes and efficiencies
• Handle special projects and additional tasks as directed
• Any other duty as needed to drive to the vison, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of RKL Virtual Management Solutions

People Management and Relationships

• Contribute to a collaborative team environment by actively seeking opportunities to assist team members
• Build loyalty and trust within the team through consistent, reliable actions and integrity
• Communicate proactively and clearly about the status and issues of tasks to all relevant team members
• Take responsibility for the completion and quality of assigned work, while being receptive to feedback and open to new ideas for personal and professional growth

Business Growth

• Demonstrate an understanding of RKL's business model, service lines, and competitive landscape
• Leverage knowledge of client service capabilities to contribute to the firm's growth and client satisfaction
• Stay informed on technological advancements and their potential impact on the firm's success and service delivery

 Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Ability

• Excellent organization skills and strong attention to detail
• Multitasker with the ability to prioritize work accordingly
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong client service focus
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work autonomously under the pressure of tight deadlines and multiple priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Outlook and Excel are required

 Education, Experience and Certifications

• Associates degree in Accounting
• A minimum of 2 years of bookkeeping experience required; experience serving multiple clients simultaneously preferred
• Experience with accounting software / ERP technology is required; Quickbooks Online experience is preferred

Essential Functions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position as needed
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office and at client offices to access file cabinets, office machinery etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner and exchange information with internal and external actors as needed
• Ability to lift/carry up to 20 pounds
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours and weekends as needed
• Ability to travel to local and non-local clients as needed, overnight travel may be required
• This job description is subject to change at any time and employee will be given additional responsibilities as assigned

Salary Range:

$25.00 - $32.00