Accounting Specialist - Creative Financial Staffing

Job Title: Accounting Specialist

About Us: Join an established business in the heart of Madison as an Accounting Specialist. Take part in a robust benefits package: medical, dental, and vision insurance; 5% 401k match; EAP; FSA; 9 paid holidays; and 15 days of PTO

Job Description: As an Accounting Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in the finance team, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions related to accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable:

  • Code, enter, and process AP invoices
  • Maintain vendor relationships and resolve billing discrepancies.
  • Prepare and process payments and checks
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding issues.

• Accounts Receivable:

  • Generate and distribute customer invoices promptly.
  • Receive and apply customer payments accurately.
  • Follow up on overdue accounts and initiate collection actions.
  • Communicate with customers regarding billing inquiries and disputes.
  • Perform regular reconciliations of accounts receivable balances.

Position Requirements:

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Accounting
• 2+ years in Accounts Payable