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8 results for Accounting Specialist in Prospect, KY

Accounting Clerk

Louisville, KY
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a team based in Louisville, Kentucky. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling both payables and receivables while maintaining accurate records in a fast-paced environment. The role will involve working with accounting software, processing invoices, and ensuring financial information is entered and tracked with precision. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming invoices by reviewing, coding, and preparing them for timely payment. • Record customer payments, reconcile outstanding balances, and help maintain accurate receivables records. • Enter financial data into QuickBooks and other internal systems with a high level of accuracy. • Assist with routine account reconciliations to verify transactions and resolve discrepancies. • Support invoice processing activities from receipt through documentation and filing. • Maintain organized accounting records to ensure information is accessible for reporting and audit purposes. • Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders to address billing questions and payment issues.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Louisville, KY
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Temporary to Hire
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to join our team in Louisville, Kentucky in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position will play a central role in overseeing core accounting operations, supporting audit and compliance activities, and strengthening financial processes across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to produce accurate work in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Partner with external accounting firms and international entity representatives to support annual audit completion, tax-related filings, and ongoing statutory compliance requirements. • Review existing accounting workflows, identify control or process weaknesses, and recommend practical improvements to strengthen accuracy and consistency. • Work closely with senior accounting leadership on general ledger management, account reconciliation review, financial reporting, and internal control compliance. • Help coordinate billing, disbursements, and period-end close activities to ensure monthly, quarterly, and year-end deadlines are met on time. • Maintain a deep understanding of the company’s financial reporting framework and chart of accounts to support reliable reporting and issue resolution. • Oversee the recording of high-value or complex transactions, ensuring each item is handled in accordance with company policies and accounting standards. • Update departmental procedures, promote process enhancements, and provide cross-training to support continuity across the team. • Prepare ad hoc analysis, respond to internal data requests, and compile documentation needed for internal and external audit reviews.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Louisville, KY
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce in Louisville, Kentucky. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong end-to-end payroll expertise and can manage high-volume processing with precision. The role will focus on maintaining compliance, resolving payroll issues, and ensuring employees are paid correctly across jurisdictions. Responsibilities: • Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy from initial data review through final distribution. • Administer multi-state payroll activities while applying appropriate federal, state, and local payroll regulations. • Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and maintain payroll records, deductions, earnings, and employee updates. • Review timekeeping and payroll input data to identify discrepancies, correct errors, and prevent processing delays. • Respond to employee and management payroll inquiries by researching issues and providing clear, timely resolution. • Reconcile payroll reports and supporting records to confirm accurate wages, taxes, garnishments, and benefit deductions. • Partner with internal teams to support payroll-related updates, audits, and process improvements as needed.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Louisville, KY
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Louisville, Kentucky. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing close activities, and ensuring account balances are properly supported. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing transactions, and helping ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. • Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation while maintaining compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. • Manage general ledger activity by reviewing account details, researching variances, and resolving discrepancies as needed. • Perform detailed account reconciliations to confirm balances are complete, accurate, and properly recorded. • Complete bank reconciliations by matching cash activity, identifying outstanding items, and following through on reconciling differences. • Analyze financial data and account activity to support reporting accuracy and improve the efficiency of accounting processes. • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information, clarify transactions, and support ongoing accounting priorities. • Assist with special accounting assignments and process-related initiatives tied to financial operations when required.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Louisville, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team and contribute to accurate, timely financial operations. This role is well suited for someone ready to broaden their scope beyond core senior accounting work by supporting reporting, close activities, and cross-functional financial analysis. The position offers meaningful exposure to leadership-level accounting responsibilities while partnering closely with finance and operational teams. Responsibilities:• Lead assigned month-end close tasks, including preparing journal entries, recording accruals, and completing detailed account reconciliations.• Review financial results, identify unusual fluctuations, and research discrepancies to support accurate reporting.• Act as a primary resource for Yardi-related accounting activities, reporting support, and workflow enhancements.• Prepare components of monthly financial statements and management reports, including analysis of actual results against budget.• Support accounting for properties, housing-related programs, grants, and other public-sector financial activity.• Contribute to the design and maintenance of internal controls while recommending improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency.• Assist with year-end close requirements, audit preparation, and the development of schedules requested by external auditors.• Partner with finance leadership and operational departments to ensure financial information is complete, timely, and well documented.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Louisville, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support a wide range of accounting operations in Louisville, Kentucky. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling reconciliations, journal entries, reporting, and transactional analysis while contributing to the accuracy and efficiency of the accounting function. The position also works across business activities to identify issues, support audits, and help strengthen accounting processes through clear documentation and collaboration. Responsibilities: • Manage core accounting activities such as preparing journal entries, reviewing financial records, and maintaining accurate supporting schedules. • Complete monthly account reconciliations and analyze balances to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. • Support month-end and year-end close by organizing data, resolving discrepancies, and meeting reporting deadlines. • Review accounts payable activity, investigate exceptions, and coordinate follow-up to address transaction issues effectively. • Research inventory-related transactions and prepare related reporting to improve visibility into operational and financial results. • Track accruals and other financial data sets, then compile routine and ad hoc reports for management and departmental needs. • Assist with audit preparation by testing records, documenting findings, and gathering requested support materials. • Examine transactions, procedures, and workflow challenges that disrupt accounting processes, and help implement practical improvements. • Document accounting procedures and provide cross-functional support within the department as priorities shift or new projects arise.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Corporate Tax Staff Accountant

Mount Washington, KY
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Sales & Use Tax Accountant to manage multi-state sales and use tax compliance utilizing Avalara while supporting various accounting functions, including accounts payable, account reconciliations, and administrative accounting duties. This role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate tax filings, maintaining compliance with state and local regulations, and assisting with day-to-day accounting operations. Key Responsibilities Sales & Use Tax Prepare, review, and file multi-state sales and use tax returns utilizing Avalara. Monitor taxability of products and services across multiple jurisdictions. Reconcile sales tax payable accounts and investigate discrepancies. Ensure compliance with state and local tax regulations. Assist with sales tax audits and respond to notices from taxing authorities. Maintain exemption certificates and customer tax documentation. Research tax laws and regulations and implement necessary compliance updates. Generate and analyze sales tax reports for management review. Accounts Payable Process vendor invoices and ensure proper coding to the general ledger. Review and reconcile vendor statements. Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH, and wire payments. Research and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies. Maintain vendor records and support 1099 reporting requirements. General Accounting Perform monthly bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations. Prepare and post journal entries. Assist with month-end and year-end close activities. Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation. Support internal and external audit requests. Monitor and reconcile balance sheet accounts. Administrative & Communication Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal departments regarding tax, invoice, and payment inquiries. Respond promptly to email correspondence and accounting-related requests. Assist with process improvements and documentation of accounting procedures. Support special projects and other accounting duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred. 2+ years of accounting experience, with sales and use tax experience strongly preferred. Hands-on experience with Avalara required. Knowledge of multi-state sales and use tax regulations. Experience with accounts payable and account reconciliations. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and data analysis. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Louisville, KY
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in Louisville, Kentucky on a Contract basis within the gaming industry. This opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist with strong attention to detail who can manage invoice processing efficiently while communicating confidently with internal and external contacts. The role will support day-to-day payables activity, contribute to accurate financial operations, and assist with system-related tasks connected to Ariba adoption. Responsibilities: • Process invoices, match supporting documentation, and prepare items for timely payment in accordance with company procedures. • Review accounts payable records for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and follow up on outstanding issues with vendors or internal departments. • Communicate professionally with stakeholders by phone and email to address payment questions and provide status updates. • Use Excel to organize, reconcile, and analyze payable data, including maintaining logs and preparing reports as needed. • Support daily accounts payable operations while helping maintain consistent documentation and audit-ready records. • Assist with activities related to the rollout of Ariba, including working within the system and adapting payables processes as needed. • Partner with accounting and operational teams to ensure invoices are coded correctly and submitted through the proper approval channels.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z