ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST Our client is a freight forwarding company located near Los Angeles (LAX) Airport. They are currently seeking an Accounting Specialist to join their growing team. The position will be reporting directly to the CFO.
Duties to include but are not limited to:
- Process accounts payables and accounts receivables (mainly collections)
- Manage relationships with vendors, ensuring all invoices are paid on time.
- Analyze credit card reports and submit to Managers for payment approval.
- Make routine cost distributions to appropriate general ledger accounts.
- Maintains records of financial transactions by establishing accounts and posting transactions. Balance accounts by reconciling entries.
- Prepare financial reports.
- Monitor day-to-day financial operations within the company.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports.
- File and maintain clerical records, documents and reports accurately and in a timely manner.
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements and tax reporting requirements.
- Completing special projects on various topics as needed.
Requirements:
- The applicant must have at least 5 years of experience in the accounting field.
- An accounting degree is preferred
- Knowledge of Sage Accpac is a plus.
- The successful candidate must have thorough knowledge of bookkeeping procedures such as posting, balancing, debits and credits, and journal entries.
- The ideal candidate should possess thorough knowledge of complex accounting principles, as well as the analytical skills needed to correctly comprehend and communicate data.
- Established communication and interpersonal skills.
- High attention to detail and possess excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Excellent business judgement and decision making skills.
- Strong demonstrated use of Excel (ability to work within spreadsheets and databases).
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks.
- Calculate and analyze information from different sources.
** Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance
** Physical Setting: Office Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday*For immediate consideration, please submit resume to mortega@cfs-la.com