[Hiring] Accounting Specialist REMOTE

­­Position: Accounting Specialist

Date posted: 2024-09-13

Industry: Other

Employment type: Full Time

Experience: 1 year                       

Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree holder

Salary: $26+/hr

Location: Portland, OR, United States, REMOTE

Company: Confidential

Description:

Accounting Specialist

Portland, OR ·

$26/hr Remote

Accounting Specialist

Our local Portland client seeks an inquisitive accounting professional to support their team! This Accounting Specialist role involves detailed investigation of accounting transactions in order to resolve errors and maintain accurate records. The ideal candidate is team-oriented, self-motivated, and enjoys using their critical thinking skills to solve problems.

This is a fully remote role.

Preference will be given to those available to work core Pacific Time Zone hours.

Accounting Specialist Responsibilities

  • Review accounting transactions for accuracy.
  • Investigate and resolve complex accounting discrepancies between systems.
  • Complete account and bank reconciliations.
  • Monitor outstanding payments/checks and reissue as needed.
  • Collaborate with team members to provide insight on accounting issues and monitor progress to resolve errors.
  • Support documentation of updated SOPs.

Accounting Specialist Qualifications

  • 1 year of relevant accounting/analysis experience.
  • Strong knowledge of AP functions and GL reconciliations.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
  • Team-oriented with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to effectively multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.

Salary: $26+/hr. (DOE)

Benefits

Benefits are available to eligible VanderHouwen contractors and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

About VanderHouwen

VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen has been successfully placing experienced professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationwide. Our recruitment teams are highly specialized in either Technology and IT, Engineering, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Our recruiters value building meaningful, professional relationships with each candidate as well as developing honed knowledge of companies’ staffing needs and workplaces. Partner with us to land your next exciting career.