About Specialized Security Services, Inc.
For over two decades, our expert team has successfully assisted organizations with the implementation and oversight of their information security, privacy, and regulatory compliance programs. Our reputation is our own, built upon our steadfast commitment over the years to do the right thing and go above and beyond for our clients. We pride ourselves on our ability to think outside-the-box, stay nimble and succeed as a team.
About our Accounting Team:
Without the strength of our accounting team, we wouldn’t be able to offer the industry-leading service we’re known for. We are seeking a talented Accounting Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have proven industry experience as an accountant, preferably in a senior role. As a strong communicator and skilled financial analyst, you will make it your mission to streamline our budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting processes. You will produce thorough financial-status reports for senior management to help improve our operational efficiency and aid in our continued growth.
As an Accounting Manager, you will:
- Manage QuickBooks and accounting entries for all AP/AR transactions.
- Responsible for preparing and posting daily cash entries.
- Recap and reconcile various cash based expense accounts.
- Participate in the monthly review of variance analysis - cost centers reviews.
- Assist with preparation of schedules and other duties associated with the year-end external audit and collateral audit.
- Audits and otherwise ensures that all financial transactions are in keeping with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and legal requirements.
- Prepare all balance sheet account reconciliations including summarizing all activity in the AP and AR accounts. Find the root cause for reconciliation differences and implement corrective action.
- Assists with monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
- Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflow
- Quarterly Sales Commissions, Client Billing, Credit Card and Expense Report processing.
Required experience that drives success in this role:
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5-8 years proven accounting experience.
- Strong working knowledge of detailed financial data analysis.
- Hands-on experience with accounting software. QuickBooks experience required.
- Exemplary history of financial project management.
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax compliance regulations and reporting.
- Proven knowledge of GAAP, financial forecasting, and risk analysis.
- Intermediate to advance MS Office Suite knowledge.
- Excellent time management, organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
- Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experience in a Professional Services or Consulting organization is a plus.