Job Summary
- The Accounting Specialist is responsible for invoicing and accounts receivable (AR) activity associated with
- Career Services (CS). This position will also be responsible for clearing the AR subledger entries. This role
- ensures accurate and timely processing, account coding, and compliance with internal policies and
- procedures. The Accounting Specialist assists with resolving customer/funder inquiries, supporting audits,
- and maintaining accurate billing/receivable records.
Essential Functions
Ensure all supporting documentation is properly scanned and attached within the ERP or third-party invoice processing system.
- Assign appropriate general ledger account coding to customer invoices and check requisitions.
- Obtain necessary approvals for invoices via workflow within the ERP system.
- Review and match invoices with supporting documentation; verify customer details, quantities,
amounts, and account coding for accuracy.
- Resolve discrepancies by working with customers/funders and internal departments.
- Ensure adherence to company accounting policies and internal controls.
- Research and respond to funder inquiries related to past due or outstanding balances.
- Respond to routine inquiries from internal departments and external funders via email and
phone.
- Generate accounts receivable reports and statements as needed.
- Apply payment from customers/funders and accurately record it into the ERP system.
- Assist with data collection and documentation for internal and external audits.
- Clear weekly and monthly entries coded to accounts receivable to intercompany accounts.
- Analyze and reconcile customer/funder statements to the company’s accounts receivable
records to ensure accuracy.
- Maintain accurate and organized financial documentation, files, and system records.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Job Requirements and Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor of Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- Minimum three (3) years of accounting experience required.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Experience with enterprise-wide accounting systems (ERP), preferably Microsoft Dynamics
(Business Central) or similar.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to analyze data and apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Positive, solution-oriented attitude with commitment to accuracy and timeliness.
Working Environment Conditions/Requirements
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and maintain dependable transportation.
Ability to work in an office environment or remotely performing accounting/office functions.
Job description provided by Goodwill of North Georgia.
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