Accounting Specialist Job at LanceSoft Inc in Overland Park

Duration: 9+ Months (Possibility of extension)
Payrate: $20/hr W2

We are currently looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our team in Overland Park, KS. This is an entry-level accounting position that is responsible for Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivables, reconciliations, and other related activities as needed. The Accounting Specialist reports directly to the Financial Controller.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process shipment data from depletion to the PeopleSoft General Ledger
• Prepare and process daily invoices
• Process customer deposits
• Apply cash receipts
• Reply to customer invoicing questions & requests
• Assist in collection activities
• Set up and maintain A/R, A/P files & other financial records
• Assist in month end close activities and government reporting
• Reconcile Accounts Receivables & Accounts Payables
• Enter government invoices in Wide Area Work Flow
• Responsible for Intercompany reconciliations and confirmations
• Sales & Use tax reporting
• Prepare and process invoices for payment of goods and services
• Process supplier payments via wire, ACH, and check
• Approve employee expense reports
• Other tasks as assigned by Financial Controller

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field with 1+ years of experience OR Associates degree in Accounting or related field with 3+ years of accounting work experience OR High School diploma with 6+ years of accounting related work experience
• Experience with oral and written communications
• 3-5 years of experience working with computers and Microsoft office applications
• Must be a US Person as defined in applicable law

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in a billing/AR/AP business environment
• Experience with government compliant accounting systems and practices
• SAP ERP is a must
• SAP ECC preferred
• Knowledgeable with GAAP, FAR, DFAR, CAS
• Excellent organizational skills and work ethic
• Experience managing multiple projects

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible, or able to obtain authorization, for such access.