Accounting Specialist

The Resource Connection
Medford, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/9/2023 CLOSED ON 8/15/2023

Job Posting for Accounting Specialist at The Resource Connection

An Accounting Specialist is needed for a State Agency in Medford. Temporary, Part-Time, On-Site, must be Fully Vaccinated.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule between 24-30 hours per week, $24.50 per hour

We are looking for a positive, reliable, and honest individual who will take pride in their work and can thrive in a challenging setting. This position is under the general direction of the Chief Financial Officer and/or the Director of Fiscal Operations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Processing the timely payment of all MSO vendor invoices;
  • Utilizing (MMARS) to encumber funds based on approved purchase order from management, adjust encumbrances throughout the fiscal year to meet the expenditure requests for the organization and process invoices for payment ensuring that the payment is coded to the correct appropriation number and expenditure classification;
  • Reconciling invoices against approved purchase orders;
  • Investigating and resolving disputed invoices;
  • Reconciling vendor accounts on a monthly basis;
  • Assisting with Purchasing Department functions as needed including: purchase order reconciliations, reviewing and adjusting requisitions for goods received and unreceived, and submitting invoices through internal software for invoice approval from the requisitioning employee/internal department;
  • Assisting in the day-to-day operations and other duties/responsibilities of the Fiscal Department;
  • Performing other related work as required by the Chief Financial Officer and/or Director of Fiscal Operations when needed.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/closely related field is preferred or three (3) plus years of progressively responsible accounts payable experience for a large-scale organization;
  • Experience with (MMARS) and VendorWeb is preferred;
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel;
  • Ability to work independently and work with other internal departments;
  • Strong analytical/problem solving skills;
  • Excellent organizational, written and communication skills;
  • Ability to attend any other training as required by the department.

Candidates must have an active valid driver’s license, the right to legally operate a motor vehicle in MA and have their own transportation. Candidates must also be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.

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