Accounting Specialist
Buffalo, New York ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $27–$31 / hour
Posted on Wed, Jul 8, 2026
Job description:
Position Summary:
In support of the company’s primary and single most important objective, which is is , this individual is responsible for managing accounting and administrative functions with accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Success in the role is measured through the following key indicators:
- Accurate and timely customer billing consistent with contractual requirements
- Collect outstanding accounts receivable when due and follow up on delinquent customers to ensure payment
- Prepare complete accounts payable packages on a timely basis
- Timely processing of accounts payable and vendor payments
- Identify, research, and resolve customer and vendor issues
- Work safely and meeting all environmental standards of customer, OSHA and employer
Position Responsibilities:
General Accounting
- Use and maintain current software packages for processing, spreadsheets, and database management
- Enter data into SAGE 100, APA, and additional databases as required
- Post batches reporting from SAGE 100
- Prepare reconciliations for select general ledger accounts
- Reconcile purchasing clearing accounts
- Assist in audit preparations
- Follow other job-related procedures and perform other tasks as requested
- Participate in special projects as required
- Perform Property Taxes Analysis biannually
Accounts Receivable
- Perform complete Accounts Receivable function including payment processing, bank deposits, credit and collections, and preparation of associated reports
- Responsible for maintaining Accounts Receivable database and setting up new customers in accounting system
- Prepare sales tax schedules and sales tax reporting and compliance
- Post cash receipts
- Update Daily Parts Usage Report from SAGE 100 reporting
Accounts Payable
- Perform complete Accounts Payable function including preparation of accounts payable package, invoice entry and preparation of associated reports
- Responsible for maintaining Accounts Payable database and setting up new vendors in accounting system
- Review all company expense reports for accuracy and compliance with expense reimbursement policies
- Prepare and review year end 1099 forms
Administrative
- Comply with all customer and company policies, work, and safety rules
- Provide administrative support such as filing of invoices, reports, folders, maintain logbooks, month-end books; mailing and postage duties, and special projects on an as-needed basis
- Follow other job-related instructions and perform other tasks as requested
Skills and Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in Accounting preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software (Sage 100 preferred)
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and escalate when necessary
- Excellent multitasking and time management abilities
- Independent decision-making skills aligned with company procedures
Working Conditions:
- Standard office environment
Physical Requirements:
- Standard physical requirements for typical office environment
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
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