Accounting Specialist
Location: St. Louis, MO, near UMSL – this is not a remote position

Compensation: $65,000 - $70,000 (based on experience) + Benefits

Overview
We are searching for an Accounting Specialist for our client. The construction and development firm was founded in 2012 in St. Louis, MO, and later established offices in Kansas City and Wichita. They are a leader in senior and affordable housing, historic renovation, new construction, and market-rate housing and currently have ongoing projects in 14+ states. The Accounting Specialist works regularly with all levels of the organization and reports to the Director of Accounting. The position will work in the financial services area, including accounts payable and payroll (primarily), accounts receivable, and credit.
Responsibilities

Process the Accounts Payable payments including:
- Verifying check amounts against invoices
- Assisting in the transition to ACH payments
Process the 3rd party payrolls in a timely and accurate manner
Assist with certified payroll reporting
Responsible for documenting the American Express and Rho credit card charges. This includes ensuring that all receipts are received, approved, and coded for general ledger and job cost codes
Responsible for the application of cash receipts into the Accounts Receivable subsidiary ledger
Prepare credit applications as needed
Keen analytic, organization and problem-solving skills, which allows for strategic data interpretation versus simple reporting
Assist Director of Accounting with providing documentation requested for financial, tax and insurance audits.
Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential

Skills and Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance preferred. Minimum of an associate degree
Minimum of 1-year experience in AP and Payroll
Must have 1-3 years accounting experience
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Experience in the construction or real estate development industry preferred
Embraces a “service mindset” attitude with both internal and external customers
Must be able to demonstrate a sense of urgency related to critical deadlines

Working Environment

Work is based in company headquarters in Normandy, MO, near UMSL. Some very limited travel may be required from time to time

Compensation

The company provides a competitive salary, a defined annual bonus plan, health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance, LTD, HSA, and a company match on a 401K

To learn more, contact ellen.embry@trctalent.com.

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Accounting Specialist