Accounting Specialist I

Accounting Specialist
Location: Grand Prairie, TX
Pay Rate: $30/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Onsite
Overview:
We're seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our client's Finance team in a manufacturing environment. This role works closely with the Controller, Assistant Controller, and Cost Accountant to ensure accurate financial analysis, reporting, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
• Process weekly payroll and manage all related reporting, reconciliation, and follow-up tasks
• Prepare and post month-end journal entries; reconcile and analyze assigned general ledger accounts
• Assist with cost accounting activities and special projects
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
• Cross-train in other accounting areas to provide team coverage as needed
• Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) audit requirements and documentation
• Perform other administrative and accounting-related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field (required)
• Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet strict deadlines
• Flexible and dependable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's degree in Accounting or related field
• Experience with Kronos Payroll, Coupa, SAP, or AS400
• Previous experience in a manufacturing setting
Top 3 Must-Haves:

1. Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
2. Ability to maintain and enforce strict processes to meet regulatory demands
3. Capability to prioritize and multitask while meeting reporting deadlines

Technical Skills:
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
• SAP and Kronos experience (preferred)
Pay Details: $30.00 to $32.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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