Accounting Specialist in Portland, Oregon - #66682 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 66682

Accounting Specialist
Our local non-profit client seeks an energetic and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support their team! This role will be responsible for managing both, Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions, as well as assisting with various accounting tasks. If you are an organized, self-motivated professional with strong accounting experience, we encourage you to apply!

This is a hybrid role requiring qualified applicants to commute weekly to offices in Portland, Oregon.

Accounting Specialist Responsibilities

• Handle full-cycle Accounts Receivable (AR), including preparing and sending invoices, reviewing, and processing orders, and maintaining accurate billing records.
• Manage Accounts Payable (AP), including invoice entry, posting payments, and maintaining vendor accounts.
• Assist with month-end close processes.
• Research and resolve past-due accounts, including conducting collection calls when necessary.
• Support year-end audit processes.

Accounting Specialist Qualifications

• Experience with full-cycle Accounts Receivable, invoicing, and collections.
• Experience in Accounts Payable invoice entry and payment posting.
• Proficiency in Blackbaud Financial Edge software.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Salary: DOE
 

Benefits  
Benefits are available to eligible VanderHouwen contractors and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

About VanderHouwen   
VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen has been successfully placing experienced professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationwide.  Our recruitment teams are highly specialized in either Technology and IT, Engineering, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Our recruiters value building meaningful, professional relationships with each candidate as well as developing honed knowledge of companies' staffing needs and workplaces. Partner with us to land your next exciting career.

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal civil rights laws.

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