Accounting Specialist at The ZLC Group CPAs LLC — Amherst, NY
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Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Company parties
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
About the Role
The Accounting Specialist supports core day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general ledger support. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys hands-on, detail-focused accounting work and wants to build a stable, long-term career in accounting operations.
Key Responsibilities
● Process accounts payable transactions, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing
● Manage accounts receivable activity, including invoicing, customer receipts, and account follow-up
● Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger account reconciliations
● Prepare and post routine journal entries under guidance from senior staff
● Support month-end and year-end close by organizing records and resolving outstanding items
● Maintain organized, accurate records of accounting transactions and supporting documentation
● Assist with compiling financial information for budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation
● Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal staff to resolve account questions
Qualifications
● Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field (Bachelor's a plus, but not required)
● 1–3 years of relevant accounting, bookkeeping, or accounts payable/receivable experience
● Working knowledge of accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel; exposure to Thomson Reuter/Ultra Tax is a plus)
● Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliations
● Good organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet recurring deadlines
● Clear written and verbal communication skills
● Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Preferred
● Prior experience with accounts payable and/or accounts receivable in a fast-paced environment
● Experience supporting month-end close processes
What We Offer
● Competitive Salary
● Health, dental, and vision insurance
● Company matched 401(k) Plan
● Vacation Pay, Sick Pay and Paid Holidays
● Flexible scheduling options, with half day Fridays during the summer
● Voluntary Benefits – Accident, Critical Illness, Disability, Cancer, and Life Insurance
● Collaborative, team-oriented culture with opportunities to grow within the accounting department