Accounting Project Specialist

Accounting Project Specialist Job Description

Job Title:  Accounting Project Specialist

Department:  Finance / Accounting

Reports To:  Accounting Manager

Position Summary

The Accounting Project Specialist is responsible for managing and supporting accounting-related projects, process improvements, system implementations, and cross-functional initiatives. The position also assists with financial reporting, reconciliations, documentation, and continuous process improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate accounting-related projects from planning through implementation.

• Analyze existing accounting processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.

• Develop, document, and maintain accounting standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Assist with ERP, accounting software, and system implementation or enhancement projects.

• Assist in testing for new systems, software updates, and process changes.

• Work with cross-functional departments to gather requirements and implement financial process improvements.

• Monitor project timelines, milestones, and deliverables while communicating progress to management.

• Create training materials and provide guidance to accounting staff on new procedures and systems.

• Perform ad hoc financial analyses and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics AX/365, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar).

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including PivotTables, XLOOKUP and formulas

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.