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Accounting Specialist
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Phoenix, Arizona. This role requires someone who excels in managing financial processes and ensuring accuracy in accounting operations. You will play a key role in supporting the organization’s financial systems and workflows.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform daily cash receipt processing and ensure accurate bank account reconciliations.<br>• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including billing and three-way matching.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the integrity of general ledger accounts.<br>• Assist with surplus lines tax tracking and other compliance-related activities.<br>• Utilize Oracle and QuickBooks software to manage accounting tasks efficiently.<br>• Conduct detailed reviews and updates in transfer trackers to ensure data accuracy.<br>• Collaborate with the team to complete small projects and ad-hoc assignments as needed.<br>• Participate in cross-training sessions to gain proficiency in multiple accounting functions.<br>• Support the organization with other financial tasks as required.<br>• Maintain organized documentation and records to facilitate audits and reporting.
• Proven experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing functions.<br>• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and journal entry preparation.<br>• Proficiency in Oracle and QuickBooks software.<br>• Ability to perform detailed bank account reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.<br>• Familiarity with surplus lines tax and compliance-related tasks is a plus.<br>• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.<br>• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.<br>• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
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  • Phoenix, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 29.00 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Phoenix, Arizona. This role requires someone who excels in managing financial processes and ensuring accuracy in accounting operations. You will play a key role in supporting the organization’s financial systems and workflows.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform daily cash receipt processing and ensure accurate bank account reconciliations.<br>• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including billing and three-way matching.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the integrity of general ledger accounts.<br>• Assist with surplus lines tax tracking and other compliance-related activities.<br>• Utilize Oracle and QuickBooks software to manage accounting tasks efficiently.<br>• Conduct detailed reviews and updates in transfer trackers to ensure data accuracy.<br>• Collaborate with the team to complete small projects and ad-hoc assignments as needed.<br>• Participate in cross-training sessions to gain proficiency in multiple accounting functions.<br>• Support the organization with other financial tasks as required.<br>• Maintain organized documentation and records to facilitate audits and reporting.
  • 2025-09-23T17:24:53Z

Accounting Specialist Job in Phoenix | Robert Half