ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST
Paradigm Design, Grand Rapids, MI, United States
Accounting Specialist
Paradigm Design is seeking to hire two part-time Accounting Specialists to support accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions. These roles will be cross-trained to provide flexibility and coverage across key accounting processes. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing both transactional accounting tasks and recurring deadlines with accuracy. Flexible scheduling is available.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable (AR)
Prepare and issue client invoices
Generate and distribute client statements
Support project-based billing processes
Record incoming payments and deposits
Enter EFT deposit transactions and apply payments to appropriate accounts
Reconcile accounts receivable balances and maintain AR aging reports
Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on past-due invoices
Communicate professionally with clients regarding billing and payment status
Accounts Payable (AP)
Set up and maintain vendor records
Enter and code vendor invoices
Process weekly/bi-weekly vendor and consultant payments
Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies
Process employee expense reports
Manage company credit card transactions
Enter EFT and positive pay transactions
Payroll & General Accounting Support
Process payroll on a regular schedule
Review and validate employee timesheets
Submit payroll tax deposits and filings
Manage 401(k) and HSA contribution uploads
Maintain payroll records and reporting
Assist with month-end close activities related to AR, AP, and payroll
Maintain organized and accurate financial documentation
Qualifications
2+ years of accounting experience (AR, AP, payroll, or general accounting)
Experience with Deltek Ajera preferred
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage deadlines and recurring processes independently
Comfortable communicating with vendors and clients
Experience with accounting systems and Excel
Schedule
Part-time
Standard business hours with flexibility
At Paradigm Design, we celebrate diversity and believe our work is better when many voices are at the table. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and invite talented individuals of all backgrounds to join our team.
Paradigm Design is seeking to hire two part-time Accounting Specialists to support accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions. These roles will be cross-trained to provide flexibility and coverage across key accounting processes. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing both transactional accounting tasks and recurring deadlines with accuracy. Flexible scheduling is available.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable (AR)
Prepare and issue client invoices
Generate and distribute client statements
Support project-based billing processes
Record incoming payments and deposits
Enter EFT deposit transactions and apply payments to appropriate accounts
Reconcile accounts receivable balances and maintain AR aging reports
Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on past-due invoices
Communicate professionally with clients regarding billing and payment status
Accounts Payable (AP)
Set up and maintain vendor records
Enter and code vendor invoices
Process weekly/bi-weekly vendor and consultant payments
Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies
Process employee expense reports
Manage company credit card transactions
Enter EFT and positive pay transactions
Payroll & General Accounting Support
Process payroll on a regular schedule
Review and validate employee timesheets
Submit payroll tax deposits and filings
Manage 401(k) and HSA contribution uploads
Maintain payroll records and reporting
Assist with month-end close activities related to AR, AP, and payroll
Maintain organized and accurate financial documentation
Qualifications
2+ years of accounting experience (AR, AP, payroll, or general accounting)
Experience with Deltek Ajera preferred
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage deadlines and recurring processes independently
Comfortable communicating with vendors and clients
Experience with accounting systems and Excel
Schedule
Part-time
Standard business hours with flexibility
At Paradigm Design, we celebrate diversity and believe our work is better when many voices are at the table. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and invite talented individuals of all backgrounds to join our team.