Accounting Analyst in Wichita, Kansas

Location

Wichita, Kansas

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

$27 – $30/hr

Company

The Specialists Group LLC

The Accounting Operations Analyst independently manages complex AP and AR transactions, resolves discrepancies through cross‑functional coordination, and exercises judgment in sales tax determinations and collections activity. This role balances transaction execution with analytical review and process ownership.

Duties

Accounts Payable Analysis & Execution

• Analyze and resolve invoice discrepancies, including: Unit cost variances / Quantity mismatches between invoice, PO, and receiver.

• Independently research AP exception reports (e.g., received not invoiced).

• Coordinate with Purchasing, Receiving, and vendors to resolve issues.

• Execute weekly AP payment runs (ACH, wire, checks).

Accounts Receivable & Collections

• Apply customer payments with accurate handling of: Discounts / Credits / Debits.

• Monitor past‑due balances and perform collection follow‑ups.

• Resolve customer billing disputes with Sales and Management.

Credit Card & Expense Reconciliation

• Perform full credit card reconciliation using Fyle and Sage.

• Resolve discrepancies directly with employees.

• Support month‑end close related to expense activity.

Sales Tax Review & Decisions

• Analyze sales tax charged using Avalara.

• Determine customer tax exemption status.

• Process sales tax refunds when appropriate.

• Maintain audit‑ready exemption documentation.

Process & Controls

• Identify recurring transaction issues and suggest improvements.

• Ensure compliance with internal controls.

• Support financial audits and reviews.

Requirements:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.

• 3–5 years of progressive AP/AR experience.

• Manufacturing company background with extensive hands‑on Accounts Payable experience, including resolving invoice issues related to purchase orders and receivers.

• Experience running payment batches via check, EFT/ACH, and wire transfers.

• Experience with Sage, Fyle, and Avalara (or similar systems).

• Strong Excel reconciliation skills.

• Demonstrated analytical judgment and independence.

• Computerized ERP System – Made2Manage Software Program, Jobboss2.

• Accounting Software: QuickBooks.

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person