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18 results for Cost Accountant in Akron, OH

Cost Accounting Lead

Avon Lake, OH
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accounting Lead to strengthen manufacturing finance operations in Avon Lake, Ohio. This position will play a central role in establishing reliable cost accounting practices, improving inventory accuracy, and turning production data into meaningful financial insight. The successful candidate will work closely with plant and supply chain teams to ensure product costing reflects real operating conditions while supporting better margin visibility and decision-making. Responsibilities: • Develop and manage the cost accounting framework for the business, including standard cost structures, bills of materials, routing logic, and labor and overhead assumptions within NetSuite. • Examine manufacturing activities in detail to connect raw materials, labor usage, and production output with accurate product costing in financial systems. • Lead inventory-related close activities each month by preparing entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and maintaining appropriate reserves for obsolete, excess, and slow-moving stock. • Evaluate material, labor, overhead, and yield variances, then communicate findings and underlying drivers to finance and operations stakeholders. • Work side by side with production, purchasing, and supply chain teams to improve cost precision and identify opportunities to enhance profitability. • Review and verify master data such as BOMs, routings, and production records to support dependable costing and reporting. • Partner on system integrations and data movement between platforms, including middleware solutions, to preserve data accuracy across operational and financial processes. • Create and maintain reports and dashboards that track product cost, margins, inventory performance, and key manufacturing metrics. • Strengthen inventory controls, costing practices, and manufacturing finance procedures through ongoing process improvement initiatives. • Support audit readiness by maintaining inventory documentation, reinforcing internal controls, and assisting with product profitability and new item cost analysis.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Youngstown, OH
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Temporary to Hire
22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a non-profit organization in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role will contribute to day-to-day financial operations by supporting core accounting activities, preparing reports, and helping maintain accurate records across the fiscal function. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, solid Excel capability, and a collaborative approach to working with internal teams. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting support across payables, receivables, payroll processing, invoicing, and related financial transactions. • Review and organize vendor records, assign appropriate expense coding, route items for approval, and apply cash receipts accurately. • Record journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, maintain general ledger accuracy, and assist with month-end close activities. • Create recurring and ad hoc financial reports related to budgets, billing activity, and operational performance metrics. • Provide support for purchasing workflows, monitor expense classifications, and help maintain accounting system data. • Prepare documentation for audits and keep fiscal records, agreements, and supporting files current and well organized. • Partner with department leaders and management to support budgeting, reporting needs, internal controls, and financial procedures. • Contribute to grant and contract billing processes and complete additional accounting assignments as business needs evolve.
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Youngstown, OH
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Temporary to Hire
24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a wood and furniture manufacturing company in Youngstown, Ohio on a contract-to-permanent basis. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who enjoys balancing day-to-day financial operations with reporting and compliance work in a collaborative environment. The role supports core accounting activities that help maintain accurate records, strengthen controls, and deliver dependable financial information across the business. Responsibilities: • Manage payroll processing with a high level of accuracy, ensuring employee updates, deductions, and garnishments are handled correctly and on schedule. • Record payroll activity through appropriate journal entries and assist with payroll tax reporting and related documentation. • Prepare recurring financial and management reports for monthly, quarterly, and annual review. • Oversee customer billing, post incoming payments, and keep accounts receivable balances aligned with the general ledger. • Monitor outstanding receivables, issue customer statements, and follow up on overdue accounts to support timely collections. • Maintain sales tax exemption records, support sales and use tax compliance efforts, and assist with required filings. • Calculate commission expense and complete reconciliations for bank accounts, benefit invoices, and other balance sheet accounts. • Contribute to general ledger upkeep, account reconciliations, period-end close tasks, and audit support, including year-end and payroll-related reviews. • Provide cross-functional accounting support, including backup assistance with accounts payable and participation in additional finance projects as needed.
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Youngstown, OH
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Permanent / Full Time
45000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records for the organization. This role is well suited for someone who can balance routine accounting responsibilities with careful analysis, strong communication, and a commitment to sound financial practices. The ideal candidate will contribute to monthly and annual reporting, oversee key ledger activities, and work closely with internal teams to support efficient financial operations. Responsibilities: • Prepare monthly and year-end financial statements with a focus on accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery. • Maintain the general ledger by recording journal entries, reconciling balances, and keeping supporting schedules up to date. • Administer fixed asset accounting activities, including tracking additions, disposals, depreciation, and related documentation. • Perform cost accounting tasks and assist with budget reviews by analyzing financial data and identifying variances. • Review accounts payable invoices through internal audit checks to confirm proper coding and support prompt processing. • Follow GAAP standards, internal policies, and ethical accounting practices in all financial activities and reporting. • Partner with internal teams, vendors, and cross-functional departments to resolve accounting issues and share financial information clearly. • Safeguard sensitive financial records by handling information with a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Brook Park, OH
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Temporary / Contract
19.7885 - 22.913 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for a services organization in Brook Park, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can manage core accounting activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to reliable financial reporting. The role requires strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and the confidence to work with internal and external stakeholders on accounting matters. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting transactions across payables, receivables, and payroll to keep financial activity current and accurate. • Prepare financial reports and contribute to planning efforts by supporting budget development and forecasting activities. • Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, general ledger balances, and corporate card activity, and investigate variances as needed. • Produce accounts receivable aging summaries and follow up with customers to help reduce overdue balances. • Examine invoices for accuracy, address billing issues, and coordinate timely payment processing. • Maintain organized accounting documentation and assist with month-end close and related reporting deliverables. • Respond to questions from vendors, employees, and clients by providing clear and timely support on accounting-related matters.
2026-07-01T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Loudonville, OH
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a manufacturing environment in Loudonville, Ohio. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, guiding the month-end close process, and delivering reliable reporting for business planning. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of general ledger activity, reconciliations, and financial analysis, along with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively across teams. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly close activities by preparing entries, reviewing account activity, and ensuring deadlines are met with accuracy. • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through detailed analysis, proper classification of transactions, and timely corrections when needed. • Prepare and post journal entries to support routine accounting activity, accruals, adjustments, and period-end reporting. • Perform reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and bank accounts, researching discrepancies and resolving issues promptly. • Assist with budgeting and forecasting by compiling financial data, analyzing trends, and supporting planning discussions. • Contribute to the preparation and consolidation of financial statements to provide clear and reliable insight into business performance. • Partner with operational and finance teams within a manufacturing setting to track costs and support informed decision-making. • Help strengthen accounting processes by identifying opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls.
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Cleveland, OH
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support accurate financial reporting and strengthen day-to-day accounting operations in Cleveland, Ohio. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can manage complex reconciliations, oversee month-end activities, and translate financial data into clear insights for business leaders. The position works closely with operations, project leadership, and finance partners to improve reporting quality, maintain compliance, and support sound decision-making. Responsibilities: • Oversee accounting activities for major non-capital initiatives, ensuring financial records remain accurate, organized, and complete. • Review monthly operating costs, prepare supporting analysis, and record journal entries needed for an accurate close process. • Produce recurring financial reports and continuity schedules that help finance and operations leaders evaluate performance and plan effectively. • Complete account reconciliations across multiple entities, investigate variances, and prepare adjustments to resolve discrepancies. • Manage full-cycle accounting responsibilities, including general ledger maintenance, month-end close support, and reporting deliverables. • Prepare asset reporting and other custom financial summaries for management, responding to both scheduled and ad hoc information requests. • Partner with project managers, directors, and FP&A leadership to validate results and support timely forecasting for year-end and project completion. • Prepare required tax and regulatory filings, including property and real estate tax reporting, in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements. • Support audit and review activities by assembling workpapers, analyzing financial results against budget and prior periods, and addressing auditor requests. • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting procedures, strengthen internal standards, and maintain regulated contract rate information within the billing system.
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Cleveland, OH
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a nonprofit organization in Cleveland, Ohio through a Long-term Contract engagement. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist who can balance day-to-day accounting oversight with higher-level financial reporting, grant compliance, and forecasting. The position works approximately 25 hours per week in a mostly remote arrangement with occasional onsite presence as needed. Responsibilities: • Direct core accounting operations across the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and account reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records. • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, including the preparation and review of journal entries, supporting schedules, and final balances. • Manage grant-related accounting activities by tracking restricted funds, monitoring spending, and helping ensure compliance with nonprofit reporting standards. • Review cash activity and expense trends to support sound financial management and timely decision-making. • Prepare financial statements and other internal reports that present a clear view of organizational performance and funding activity. • Coordinate audit support by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and assisting with year-end financial statement review processes. • Develop forecasts and financial models to help leadership evaluate expected revenue, expenses, and operational needs. • Maintain reliable records in QuickBooks and use Excel tools to analyze data, reconcile accounts, and strengthen reporting accuracy.
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Streetsboro, OH
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Jr Controller to join our team in Streetsboro, Ohio. In this role, you will oversee critical accounting functions, ensuring financial accuracy and providing valuable insights to support operational leaders. The ideal candidate will bring extensive expertise in construction accounting and job costing, along with a proven ability to guide project managers and operations teams toward achieving financial goals. Responsibilities:• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls.• Oversee general ledger activities, including accruals, prepaids, revenue recognition, and cost allocations.• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports to provide actionable insights.• Monitor job cost reporting, including cost-to-complete analysis, project margins, and overall job performance.• Support revenue recognition processes using percentage-of-completion or cost-to-cost accounting methods.• Collaborate with project managers and operations leadership to translate financial data into practical guidance for managing profitability.• Lead job review meetings, offering insights on cost trends, margin risks, and financial outcomes.• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger personnel.• Ensure efficient processing of invoices, collections, and account reconciliations while maintaining robust internal controls.• Work with leadership to improve data quality and integration across estimating, project management, and accounting systems.
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Avon, OH
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a growing finance team in Avon, Ohio. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting a dependable close process, and helping leadership make informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting expertise, experience in a manufacturing environment, and the ability to work effectively with both internal teams and external partners. Responsibilities: • Lead essential closing activities each month, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, prepaid schedules, fixed asset accounting, and inventory-related transactions. • Maintain and reconcile key balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy across cash, receivables, payables, payroll, accruals, inventory, and intercompany balances. • Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including analytical review of performance fluctuations and trends. • Provide accounting guidance and review support for accounts payable and accounts receivable activities handled by the accounting support team. • Partner with HR to record payroll-related entries, track accruals, and complete reconciliations tied to compensation and benefits activity. • Assist with tax and compliance tasks such as 1099 reporting, sales and use tax support, audit schedules, and internal control documentation. • Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow review, and management reporting to strengthen financial planning and operational visibility. • Help monitor capital spending, banking-related activity, and intercompany transactions while identifying opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls.
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Cleveland, OH
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations and deliver accurate, timely financial insight for the business. This role is ideal for an accountant who can manage general ledger activity, contribute to close processes, and translate financial data into meaningful analysis. The position also works closely with cross-functional partners to strengthen reporting quality, maintain compliance, and improve overall accounting efficiency. This is a part-time role - around 25 hours/week. Responsibilities:• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the accuracy and integrity of general ledger records.• Support monthly and annual close activities by completing assigned accounting tasks on schedule and helping produce reliable financial statements.• Reconcile balance sheet and bank accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.• Analyze financial results and explain variances against budget, forecast, and prior periods to support decision-making.• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling data, validating assumptions, and updating financial models.• Partner with teams across the organization to improve data accuracy, streamline accounting workflows, and strengthen reporting processes.• Help maintain internal control standards and provide documentation required for audits and compliance reviews.
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Sr Accountant

Warren, OH
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accountant. Responsibilities:• Direct accounting operations and prepare financial reports for multiple entities, ensuring records are complete, accurate, and easy for stakeholders to interpret• Coordinate tax compliance activities for business entities, working closely with external advisors as needed• Manage treasury functions such as daily cash positioning, banking activity, and short- and long-range liquidity planning• Strengthen internal controls and monitor financial practices to support compliance with applicable regulations and sound governance standards• Participate in budgeting, long-term financial planning, and evaluation of investments or other strategic financial priorities• Oversee key accounting activities including month-end close, journal entry preparation, general ledger maintenance, and account and bank reconciliations• Provide additional financial and operational support as priorities evolve across the family enterprise
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Avon, OH
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Temporary to Hire
26 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a manufacturing team in Avon, Ohio in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This opportunity offers direct exposure to both accounting and plant operations while supporting financial reporting, analysis, and fixed asset activities. The role works closely with the Controller and is well suited for someone who wants to build experience in a hands-on environment, including candidates who are early in their career and eager to learn. Responsibilities: • Prepare financial analysis and reporting that supports day-to-day business decisions within a manufacturing setting. • Assist with budgeting cycles, forecasting updates, and the review of performance against plan. • Examine operational and financial results to identify trends, explain variances, and highlight key business drivers. • Contribute to month-end close activities by helping with journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement support. • Support cost-related accounting work such as labor tracking, inventory-related review activities, cycle count follow-up, and fixed asset record maintenance. • Partner with plant and finance leadership to develop a stronger understanding of shop floor operations and their financial impact. • Help maintain reporting accuracy by working within financial systems and consolidation tools used by the business. • Participate in internal control efforts and process improvement initiatives that strengthen reporting and operational discipline.
2026-07-01T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Cleveland, OH
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Temporary to Hire
24 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in Cleveland, Ohio. This contract-to-permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to manage essential financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting. The role requires strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to support the financial health of our organization. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded. • Prepare and issue invoices as needed, while maintaining proper documentation for all receipts including cash, checks, credit cards, and direct deposits. • Organize and compile financial information for external auditors and assist with tax filing preparations. • Ensure timely processing of employee expense reports and credit card transactions with proper approvals and coding. • Assist with the preparation of financial reports for the Board Finance Committee and Board of Directors on a regular basis. • Maintain and organize accounting records, including 1099 forms, and support the annual filing process. • Oversee the preparation of monthly invoices for government grants and contracts, ensuring compliance with funding requirements. • Collaborate with funding partners to track and ensure timely receipt or payment of funds on a monthly or quarterly basis. • Utilize QuickBooks to maintain accurate accounting records and upload annual budgets. • Support the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
2026-07-01T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Youngstown, OH
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Temporary to Hire
18.05 - 20.9 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a non-profit organization in Austintown, Ohio on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position plays an important role in supporting daily financial operations by helping maintain accurate records, processing transactions, and assisting the fiscal team with essential accounting tasks. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable working with accounting systems while contributing to timely and compliant financial administration. Responsibilities: • Manage vendor payment activities by reviewing purchase-related documentation, entering invoices, maintaining supplier records, and tracking payment status. • Review spending activity for accuracy and follow up on variances, billing issues, or budget concerns with appropriate team members. • Organize and maintain financial documentation, including purchasing records, agreements, quotes, and supporting materials for fiscal operations. • Reconcile accounts payable activity and corporate card transactions to help ensure complete and accurate financial records. • Record and post journal entries as assigned to support month-to-month accounting activity. • Assist with incoming funds, deposit preparation, reimbursement processing, and compilation of financial information for reporting purposes. • Support audit readiness by gathering requested records and preparing documentation for internal or external review. • Prepare recurring billing for contracts and provide payroll support through timesheet review, data entry, leave tracking, distribution assistance, and mileage reimbursement checks. • Provide general clerical and administrative assistance to the finance leadership team and fiscal department as needed.
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Mayfield Heights, OH
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 68000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations in Pepper Pike, Ohio. This position works closely with company leadership to keep accounting records accurate, maintain organized documentation, and ensure billing and payment activity is processed efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, confidence with transactional accounting, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced business environment. This is a direct hire position with standard in office business hours. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices, verify payment details, and maintain accurate accounts payable records.• Prepare customer invoices, record incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances to support accounts receivable activities.• Handle routine accounting transactions with accuracy, including data entry, invoice tracking, and financial record updates.• Support commission-related administration by preparing billing information and coordinating commission payout documentation.• Maintain vendor files and oversee contract documentation to ensure records are complete, current, and easy to access.• Assist with billing tasks generated from internal business systems and confirm entries are reflected properly in accounting records.• Partner directly with company leadership on daily accounting needs while escalating complex financial matters as appropriate.• Contribute to payroll-related support when needed in the future, with the understanding that primary payroll processing is currently managed by HR. They do offer a full benefits package; medical/dental/vision, 401K match, PTO, and paid holidays. Apply today!
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Cleveland, OH
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Permanent / Full Time
36000 - 37400 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support both customer-facing account activity and core financial operations in Cleveland, Ohio. This position plays an important role in keeping receivables and payables organized, responding to account questions, and ensuring records are updated with accuracy and care. The ideal candidate is dependable, service-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced office environment. This is a direct hire position with standard business hours Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Responsibilities:• Maintain daily accounts receivable activities by reviewing invoices, applying payments, posting transactions, and preparing outgoing billing documents.• Record cash, credit card, and check payments accurately, including deposit preparation and timely account updates.• Monitor outstanding balances, contact customers regarding overdue invoices, and document all collection-related communication in the system.• Respond to customer account inquiries, resolve billing concerns professionally, and conduct follow-up calls to support strong service outcomes.• Process accounts payable transactions by reviewing vendor invoices, matching supporting documentation, and separating exceptions for further research.• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, coordinate vendor communication, and assist with order tracking and inventory-related requests.• Support routine payment operations by preparing check runs, issuing manual payments when necessary, and handling recurring payable obligations.• Complete monthly administrative finance tasks such as sending statements, updating account notes, and ordering postage or office shipping supplies as needed.• Contribute to business support efforts by handling escalated situations effectively, collaborating with team members, and assisting with additional duties as assigned. They do offer a full benefits package; medical/dental/vision, 401K, paid holidays, vacation time, growth, and MORE! Apply today!
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Youngstown, OH
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Temporary to Hire
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a wood and furniture manufacturing organization in Youngstown, Ohio in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This position plays an important role in keeping receivable and payable activity accurate, timely, and well documented while supporting smooth day-to-day accounting operations. The individual in this role will partner with the Controller and internal teams to help maintain strong financial records, respond to account questions, and contribute to monthly closing and reporting efforts. Responsibilities: • Create and issue customer invoices promptly, ensuring billing details are complete and accurate. • Record and post incoming payments from multiple channels, including checks, electronic transfers, and card transactions. • Review outstanding customer balances, follow up on overdue accounts, and help resolve collection matters professionally. • Investigate billing questions, payment variances, and account discrepancies to bring issues to resolution efficiently. • Enter vendor invoices with proper account coding, required approvals, and supporting backup documentation. • Prepare supplier payments through approved payment methods and verify transactions are processed on schedule. • Reconcile vendor statements and account activity, identifying and correcting inconsistencies when they arise. • Support monthly and annual close tasks by assisting with reconciliations, financial schedules, reporting, and audit documentation. • Maintain organized customer and vendor records within the accounting system while contributing to process improvements, automation initiatives, and departmental cross-training as needed.
2026-06-16T00:00:00Z