Senior Accounting Specialist

Senior Accounting Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Senior Accounting Specialist to join our growing team in a full-time year-round position. This role plays a key part in supporting daily accounting operations with a strong focus on Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable invoicing bookkeeping inventory reconciliation payroll support reporting and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate will be organized analytical customer-focused and comfortable working in a fast-paced seasonal business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process day-to-day accounting activities including Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable customer invoicing and payment posting.
• Assist with payroll processing and related payroll documentation to ensure timely and accurate employee payments.
• Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger activity including journal entries and expense coding.
• Reconcile high-volume perishable and growing inventory to ensure accuracy and proper valuation.
• Assist with seasonal cash flow management.
• Perform month-end and year-end close activities including revenue recognition cost matching reconciliations and preparation of supporting schedules.
• Generate financial operational inventory and job costing reports for leadership review and decision-making.
• Complete cash reconciliations and investigate discrepancies promptly and accurately.
• Support tax compliance activities by preparing documentation and assisting with reporting requirements.
• Assist with annual audit preparation by compiling schedules records and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate closely with the Owner and Accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting and reconciliations.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date accounting and inventory records.
• Follow established accounting policies procedures and internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
• Interact professionally with vendors customers and small business clients regarding account inquiries billing and payment issues.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associates or bachelors degree in Accounting or related field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting bookkeeping or related experience preferred;
• Experience with GAAP in Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable reconciliations inventory accounting payroll support and general ledger functions.
• Experience with retail operations preferred.
• Job costing
• Knowledge of month-end close procedures and financial reporting.
• Experience with accounting software such as QBO and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail organizational skills and analytical abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a seasonal business environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Preferred Skills

• QBO
• Experience with inventory-heavy retail or seasonal businesses.
• Strong problem-solving and reconciliation skills.

Position Details

• Full-time year-round position
• Health and retirement benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment

Scheduled work hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Scheduled hours may vary.

About the Company

Landscape Consultants is a premier landscaping company providing superior craftsmanship and high-quality materials. We feel our success is directly tied to our amazing employees at all levels. Because of this we are very careful in selecting exceptional individuals to become part of our team. We provide industry-leading pay and benefits including health insurance disability insurance paid vacations etc... You will be working in a great team environment with growth potential.

EOE

Required Experience:

Senior IC