Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

Reports To: Controller

FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Location: Remote / Flexible (Mission-Based Organization)

The Role

The Investments & Wealth Institute (IWI) is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Specialist to join our finance team. This role is essential to our daily operations, ensuring the accuracy of our financial records and the integrity of our reporting.

The ideal candidate isn't just a "numbers person"—you are a problem solver who enjoys process improvement, possesses a positive attitude, and has the communication skills to collaborate effectively across a remote team.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of the accounting department, you will manage the full cycle of day-to-day financial activities, from bank reconciliations to system implementations.

Core Responsibilities

• Financial Maintenance: Prepare and maintain records of assets, liabilities, and P&L activities.

• AP/AR Management: Handle daily Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations, including vendor reconciliations, invoice coding, and collections.

• Monthly Reconciliations: Perform monthly bank statement reviews and reconcile cash disbursement and customer accounts.

• Full-Cycle Accounting: Execute journal entries, account analysis, and accrual-based accounting tasks.

• Audit Support: Act as a resource for outside auditors by gathering necessary documentation and account information.

• Systems & Innovation: Collaborate with software vendors to maintain accounting systems, recommend tech updates, and help automate file upload processes.

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field (required).

• Experience: At least 3 years of related accounting experience.

• Technical Savvy: * Strong understanding of US GAAP and the accrual method of accounting.

  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel power-users preferred).

  • Experience with Sage 50 Accounting Software is a major plus.

• Soft Skills: Excellent proofreading and organizational skills with a laser-focus on detail. You should have a natural eagerness to learn and take on increasing responsibility as the organization grows.

Why IWI?

We are a mission-based organization that values flexibility and professional excellence. We offer a supportive environment where your contributions directly impact our ability to serve the investment and wealth management community.

• Hybrid: Flexibility ( Colorado residents only)

• Benefits: Full employee benefits package (Health, Dental, Short & Long-term Disability).

• Culture: A collaborative team that values professional growth and a positive, "can-do" spirit.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.

How to Apply

Ready to grow your career with a leading professional association? Submit your resume and a brief introduction highlighting your experience with accrual accounting and process automation.