Accounting Specialist

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a team in Muskegon, Michigan on a contract basis. This role supports core financial activities by managing transactional accounting work, maintaining accurate records, and helping day-to-day processes run smoothly. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in accounting operations and can work carefully with invoices, purchase orders, reconciliations, and billing-related tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation and processing of purchase orders while ensuring details are complete and entered on schedule.
• Generate customer billing documents and confirm supporting information is accurate before invoices are issued.
• Record incoming invoice data in the appropriate systems and help keep financial documentation organized and current.
• Review company credit card activity, match charges to records, and investigate any inconsistencies that arise.
• Provide day-to-day support across accounting workflows, including assistance with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and help ensure routine transactions are documented in alignment with internal standards.
• Partner with internal team members to address billing questions, clarify payment details, and support smooth financial operations
• At least 2 years of experience in accounting, finance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a closely related position.
• Working knowledge of core accounting processes, including billing, invoice handling, and account reconciliation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and comfort using accounting or financial software applications.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage data accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with internal stakeholders and addressing transaction-related questions.
• Experience supporting AP, AR, and general accounting functions is preferred.