Accounting Coordinator

Reports to: Business Unit Controller

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Phoenix, AZ (Full-Time In-Office

Position Summary:
The Accounting Coordinator supports the accounting operations of the business unit by performing a variety of financial and administrative tasks. This role ensures accurate recordkeeping, timely processing of transactions, and compliance with company policies. The position works closely with internal teams and reports directly to the Business Unit Controller.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and answers correspondence between business unit and Corporate office
• Prepare, review, and maintain financial records, reports, and spreadsheets
• Reviews payment journals, reviews and approved Overhead related vendor invoices
• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial documentation and filing systems
• Support internal and external audits by gathering required documentation
• Communicate with vendors, clients, and internal departments regarding billing and payment inquiries
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and accounting standards
• Handles Avalara tax implementation and maintenance, compliance for the business unit sales tax exemptions.
• Records automatic payments from bank account and ensures proper documentation is attached.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 3-5 years of relevant accounting or bookkeeping experience
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with ERP systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on accuracy

Work Environment

• Full-time, in-office role (Monday–Friday)
• Collaborative team environment with direct exposure to leadership
• Deadline-driven, especially during month-end close

 Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions. Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Meriton is an Equal Opportunity Employer