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Accounting Specialist

robert halfGonzales, LA

3 days ago

Occupations

Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing ClerksAccountants and AuditorsBilling and Posting Clerks

Industries

Other Accounting ServicesOffices of Certified Public AccountantsCustom Computer Programming Services
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Overview: In this Accounting Specialist role, you will support day-to-day financial operations in a fast-paced environment in Geismar, LA. You will manage end-to-end AP and AR processes, handle high-volume invoicing, and assist month-end activities to ensure accurate financial reporting. You'll work with cross-functional contacts to resolve payment issues and maintain strong controls over accounting records. The position offers contract-to-permanent potential and exposure to a large ERP system, with NetSuite experience considered a plus.
Responsibilities:
  • Manage end-to-end accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, payments, cash application, and customer billings
  • Handle high-volume invoicing with accuracy; verify coding, research discrepancies, and correct errors quickly
  • Reconcile vendor balances, customer accounts, and subledger activity to align with financial records
  • Resolve payment-related issues (deductions, disputes, short remittances, delayed collections) by coordinating with internal and external contacts
  • Assist month-end by preparing reconciliations, compiling schedules, and supporting journal entries
  • Maintain organized accounting records in line with controls and procedures
  • Use Excel to analyze activity, track invoices, prepare reports, and support reconciliations
  • Operate within a large ERP environment; NetSuite exposure is advantageous
Key requirements:
  • Strong experience in both payables and receivables
  • Ability to manage detailed transactional work with accuracy and urgency
  • Proficiency in Excel for analysis and reporting
  • Experience with large enterprise system environments; NetSuite experience is a plus
  • Experience with month-end close processes and reconciliations
  • Strong communication to coordinate with internal and external contacts
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting
  • Strong organizational skills
  • ExcelNetSuite (advantage)
  • Accounts payable/receivable processes

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Senior

Location

Gonzales, LA

Occupation

Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

Industry

Other Accounting Services

Posted

3 days ago

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