Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Portland, Oregon. In this role, you will handle a variety of payment processing and accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial transactions. This opportunity is hybrid and requires the candidate to work onsite two days per week.

Responsibilities

• Review and process customer payment files, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payments and account balances.
• Verify and research customer payments using online portals and other resources.
• Respond to inquiries related to billing issues and provide solutions with professionalism.
• Input and update data for billing adjustments and account cancellations for both residential and commercial customers.
• Prepare daily cash statements and reconcile cash batches to maintain accurate financial records.
• Process electronic payment exceptions and manage fund transfers between customer accounts.
• Maintain records and documentation for audit purposes, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Coordinate daily workflow to meet critical deadlines, such as bank deposit submissions.
• Collaborate with team members to address and resolve payment-related issues efficiently.

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