Accounting Specialist

OVERVIEW

The   Accounting Specialist is responsible for the entry and processing of   payables, receivables, and monthly closeout activities, coordinating and   supporting corporate and region personnel to assist in timber management   accounting and other accounting tasks that may arise.  The Accounting   Specialist must also be proficient in Excel, familiar with accounting systems, adapt to unfamiliar situations, efficiently solve problems and clearly communicate solutions, work well with others in a team environment,   and perform other duties as delegated by the Supervisor of Accounting   Operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Activities include, but are not limited to: 

• Accounts Payable – Ensure payments to service providers are processed according to company policy and accounting standards. 
• Accounts Receivable –   Process income received according to company policy and accounting standards.
• Close-out Procedures – Prepare accrual and prepaid journal entries, review trial balances and other close-out procedures, as necessary.
• Contract Management – Support the preparation and management of contracts for various services and forestry activities. 
• Hunt License Administration – Assisting with generating contracts and processing payments.
• Tax Payment Administration –   Assistance coordinating various tax payments, online filings, and issuing year-end tax forms.  
• Communication Flow – Facilitate communications between corporate and region employees and others as necessary. 
• Data Management – Paper and electronic records management, filing, producing reports, compiling information, and managing spreadsheets.
• Other General Duties – Minimal travel may be requested, respond to inquiries made to the Accounting Helpdesk and other tasks as necessary.

• Education/Experience – Associate degree and 2 years relevant experience preferred.
• Business Skills – General knowledge of accounting concepts, principles, and technical skills, including word processing, data management,   information processing, and written and oral communication skills.
• Software – Proficient with   Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Experience   in contract operating systems or accounting operating systems will be looked at favorably. 
• Personal – Personable, problem solver, eager to learn, attention to detail and accuracy, critical thinker, organized,   customer-focused, strong work ethic, flexible and dependable.