Accounting Specialist

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support key accounts receivable and general accounting activities in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This Contract position will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with collections, and providing coverage for invoicing and receiving tasks as needed. The person in this role will also help the team during audit-related periods in December and January while contributing to day-to-day accounting operations.

Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts receivable activities, including applying cash receipts and keeping customer balances current and accurate.
• Conduct commercial collections outreach in a courteous and effective manner to follow up on outstanding invoices and support timely payment resolution.
• Provide backup assistance for invoicing functions and receiving-related processes to help maintain operational continuity.
• Reconcile account activity and investigate discrepancies to ensure billing and payment records are complete and accurate.
• Support audit preparation and follow-up efforts during December and January by organizing documentation and responding to accounting-related requests.
• Review receiving transactions for accuracy and help identify issues that may affect financial reporting or downstream accounting tasks.
• Assist with certificate-related administrative support and help ensure documents are issued correctly and on time.
• Contribute to general accounting operations by supporting billing, account review, and other finance team priorities as needed.
• Experience in accounts receivable, cash applications, and commercial collections.
• Working knowledge of billing processes, account reconciliation, and core accounting practices.
• Ability to review financial details carefully and maintain a high level of accuracy in daily work.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and shifting priorities.
• Comfortable communicating with customers and internal teams regarding payment status, account questions, and documentation.
• Proficiency using accounting systems and standard business software to track transactions and prepare records.
• Availability to provide hands-on support during critical audit periods in December and January.