Hiring Organization:
A market and technology leading company, headquartered in Northern Virginia. After a long history of steady growth and profitable operations, the small high-technology company is experiencing rapid growth in new product sales. The company is looking for highly qualified, dedicated individuals to expand operations.
Position Summary:
The Accounting Specialist supports the Finance Department in establishing and maintaining accounting processes and procedures for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Month end closing, Purchasing, and financial reporting and analysis as needed.
Position Responsibilities:
* Accounts Payable entry, research and review
* Accounts Receivable: including collections and purchase order tracking and reconciliation
* Assisting with processing and tracking purchase orders
Education/Experience:
* Minimum Associates degree in accounting/ finance or related field
* 2 plus years of experience in accounting/finance role with progressively increasing responsibility
* Experience with Microsoft Office (Project, Excel, Word)
* Experience with one or more accounting system preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* Thorough knowledge of GAAP
* Able to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with an ability to communicate effectively
* Strong attention to detail
* Ability to work as a productive team member
* Ability to shift priorities depending on the current work load
Additional Requirements:
* US citizen