Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

Reports to: Controller

Status: Full-Time

Location: Remote - South Africa

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This role will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations as well as the financial close and reporting process. The position requires that the candidate be a hands-on professional with a strong understanding of the application of generally acceptable accounting principles and financial reporting. These activities include the period-end close process, maintaining the general ledger, general accounting, accounts payable management, accounts receivable management, and management reporting.

ABOUT FIT SOLUTIONS

FIT Solutions is an innovative national IT Services firm, and we are growing every day. We are focused on creating a culture of elite raving fans for our employees that solves business problems for our clients. We are on a mission to impact the lives touched by technology. We teach and promote individuals to set and achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals through the work we do together. Measuring results against best-in-class businesses, we are focused on hitting targets.  We are a humble and adaptable group of people who continue to train, and role play daily in pursuit of our goals. We are a great fit for team members that are aligned and thrive in a fast-paced, results driven environment.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES

• Ensure monthly financial close activities assigned to the Accounting Specialist are completed accurately and on time to support the close by the 13th of each month.
• Reconcile assigned Balance Sheet accounts with 100% accuracy and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable aging reports, ensuring invoices over 60 days do not exceed 20% of total outstanding balances.
• Process Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions with at least 99% accuracy while meeting established processing deadlines.
• Support departmental financial objectives by accurately recording transactions, controlling processing errors, and contributing to the achievement of company profitability and EBITDA goals.

SECONDARY OBJECTIVES

• Process Accounts Payable transactions, ensuring vendor bills are accurately coded, entered into the accounting system, and paid according to established payment terms.
• Process Accounts Receivable transactions, ensuring customer invoices are accurate, issued on time, and payments are properly applied.
• Support the month-end close process by completing assigned reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Prepare journal entries, reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts, and maintain accurate month-end workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of transactions recorded in the general ledger.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies, vendor inquiries, and customer billing issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation in accordance with company policies and internal controls.
• Support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls.
• Collaborate effectively with internal departments, vendors, and customers to ensure accurate financial reporting and efficient accounting operations.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive experience in accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a related finance role.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks or a comparable ERP/accounting system.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across departments and with external vendors.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and dependable, with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close activities, and financial recordkeeping preferred.
• High level of integrity with the ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information appropriately.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to spend prolonged periods of time standing, speaking, walking, driving, and/or sitting
• Requires ability to occasionally lift up to 25lbs
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

AAP/EEO Statement
FIT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.  We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Disclaimer

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.