Accounting Specialist

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Piqua, Ohio on a Contract basis. This position supports core accounting activity by keeping financial records accurate, assisting with reporting deadlines, and helping maintain compliance with established accounting practices. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to work effectively with both financial systems and cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities:
• Manage incoming and outgoing financial transactions, including vendor payments, customer invoicing, and cash application activity.
• Record accounting activity through timely journal entries and ensure supporting information is complete and accurate.
• Perform regular reconciliations for bank accounts, ledger balances, and related subledger records to resolve variances promptly.
• Organize and maintain financial documentation so records are audit-ready and aligned with company standards.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual closing tasks by preparing schedules and verifying account activity.
• Assist in producing internal financial reports by compiling data, reviewing balances, and supporting analysis requests.
• Review invoices, expense items, payment activity, and account exceptions to identify and address discrepancies.
• Provide support for payroll-related accounting tasks and complete reconciliations when needed.
• Partner with vendors, customers, and internal teams to investigate account questions and support audit and compliance needs.• Experience handling accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting processes.
• Working knowledge of billing activity, transaction processing, and account reconciliation practices.
• Ability to prepare journal entries and maintain accurate financial records with strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with month-end close procedures, financial reporting support, and documentation control.
• Comfortable using accounting systems and spreadsheets to review data and track transactions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify errors and resolve discrepancies.
• Effective communication skills for working with vendors, customers, and cross-functional business partners.