Accounting Specialist
$72,000–$82,000 year
On-siteBozeman, Montana, United States
Bozeman, Montana, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$72,000–$82,000 yearLarge
Full TimeLarge
Job Summary
Support the monthly and year-end close process by preparing journal entries, accruals, and reconciling assigned balance sheet and general ledger accounts. Process vendor invoices, review employee expense reports, and manage accounts receivable and customer billing activities while resolving discrepancies. Analyze financial data to identify trends and variances, prepare recurring reports, and assist with sales tax compliance and external audits. Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and support system enhancements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
- 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close
- Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
- Experience preparing or supporting financial reports, accounting schedules, and reconciliations
- Experience working with an ERP or accounting system
- Strong understanding of fundamental accounting principles and GAAP
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to research issues, identify discrepancies, and follow problems through to resolution
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, responsibilities, and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Ability to work independently with appropriate judgment while also contributing effectively as part of a team
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization, as well as customers, vendors, and other external parties
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and follow-through
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential financial information appropriately
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities, processes, and business needs
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel
- Ability to learn and effectively use ERP and accounting systems
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred
- 3+ years of progressive accounting experience preferred
- Experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close
- Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
- Experience preparing or supporting financial reports, accounting schedules, and reconciliations
- Experience working with an ERP or accounting system
- Experience with MS Dynamics D365 F&O is a strong plus
- CPA, CPA candidate, or additional accounting education is a plus but not required
- HVAC, construction, distribution, service, or job-costing experience is a plus
- Experience working in a multi-company or high-growth environment is a plus
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