Accounting Specialist Job at Robert Half in Indianapolis

We are offering a permanent employment opportunity for an Accounting Specialist in the education industry. Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, you will be an integral part of our team, ensuring the smooth operation of our accounting processes.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately process and manage vendor payments to ensure timely completion
• Maintain up-to-date and precise accounting records and ledgers
• Handle and resolve customer inquiries and refunds in a detail oriented and timely manner
• Verify, reconcile, and process financial data and expense reports efficiently
• Utilize accounting software systems, ADP - Financial Services, Ceridian, Concur, and ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning effectively
• Carry out regular auditing to ensure financial accuracy and compliance
• Perform accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) duties vigilantly
• Operate Microsoft Great Plains Accounting for accounting functions and billing processes
• Leverage your proficiency in a 10-key calculator or equivalent for financial operations
• Analyze financial data in accordance with GAAP standards.

Responsibilities:

• Manage accounting records for the organization, report to the Financial Controller
• Verify, reconcile, and process expense reports and other financial data
• Handle vendor payments and resolve related discrepancies
• Update and maintain accounts via journal entries
• Assist in reconciling accounting records, ledgers and monthly statements
• Document customer refunds or modifications and prepare invoices for services

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, degree in Business or Accounting preferred
• Minimum 3 years of bookkeeping experience, not-for-profit industry a plus
• Understanding of GAAP and financial data analysis
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Familiarity with administrative and clerical procedures
• Efficient use of 10-key calculator or equivalent.