We are looking for an experienced accounting specialist to support core financial operations in Blue Ash, OH. This position is well suited for someone who is comfortable working through high transaction volumes, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to timely close activities. The role offers the opportunity to partner with internal teams, strengthen reporting accuracy, and help keep accounting processes organized and efficient.
Responsibilities:
- Complete detailed reconciliations across bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other ledger-based areas to confirm financial accuracy.
- Record recurring and non-recurring journal entries each month and maintain clear backup for all accounting support files.
- Review general ledger activity, research unusual balances, and correct issues that affect the completeness of financial records.
- Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close timelines by preparing schedules and resolving outstanding accounting items.
- Examine variances and discrepancies, determine root causes, and follow through on appropriate resolutions.
- Develop account analyses and supporting documentation used for internal reporting, external reporting, and audit preparation.
- Assist with the preparation of financial statement support and respond to requests from auditors and finance leadership.
- Evaluate transaction processing for alignment with established accounting standards, policies, and internal procedures.
- Work with cross-functional partners to obtain needed information, address accounting questions, and improve overall workflow efficiency.
- Participate in process enhancement efforts and provide accounting support on special projects as business needs arise.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- At least 2 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.
- Demonstrated background in account reconciliations and general ledger accounting.
- Practical experience preparing journal entries and supporting monthly close activities.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and data analysis capabilities.
- Experience using enterprise accounting or ERP platforms such as Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or comparable systems.
- Solid analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively while communicating clearly in a team-oriented environment.