Accounting Specialist

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision, the Accounting Specialist is responsible for supporting day-to-day financial operations, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, and financial reporting.  This role is critical to operational success, leveraging proven experience and sound professional judgment to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data while maintaining compliance with internal controls and contributing to continuous process improvements within the accounting function.

Essential Functions

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this position but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions of this job at any time.

*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Month end procedures including preparation of monthly journal entries and reconciliations
• Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
• Assist with payroll processing and related journal entries
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies
• Support financial statement and internal control audits
• Identify and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, safely and in alignment with Lift Tek’s core values and policies. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Education/Certifications/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred

• 1-2 years corporate accounting experience preferred

Skills and Ability

• Technical Skills
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and Access
  • Proficiency in Information Management, Data Entry, File Management and web based applications