Accounting & Finance Specialist chez OYSTER HARBORS MARINE INC

Description

About Oyster Harbors Marine  

Oyster Harbors Marine is a premier full-service boatyard and marina, known for providing world-class sales and service to the boating community in New England. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, we specialize in the sales, service, and storage of luxury yachts and boats. We proudly represent some of the industry's most respected manufacturers, including Viking, Valhalla, Mag Bay, Regulator, Everglades, Albemarle, Fjord Yachts, Williams Jet Tenders, Rossiter boats and Princess Yachts. Our dedication to quality and customer satisfaction sets us apart as a leader in the marine industry.

Position Overview

The Accounting & Finance Specialist plays a key role in the daily accounting operations of the company, with primary responsibility for Accounts Receivable, journal entries, banking, and reporting. This position requires a solid understanding of accounting principles, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is professional, organized, and eager to take ownership of core accounting functions while contributing to process improvement and accuracy across departments.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage all aspects of Accounts Receivable, including posting customer payments, maintaining account accuracy, and following up on outstanding balances.

· Prepare, review, and post journal entries for daily, monthly, and adjusting transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.

· Perform and document account reconciliations, including bank, intercompany, and balance sheet accounts.

· Complete daily cash reconciliations and maintain the daily banking activity file.

· Assist in preparing financial and operational reports, such as labor analysis, work-in-progress (WIP), and other management reports.

· Assist in calculating, filing, and reporting sales and use tax for multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state-specific filing requirements.

· Prepare and track funding requests, ensuring timely submission and accurate documentation.

· Log wire requests and confirmations, maintaining accuracy in the wire verification log.

· Support HR and Payroll systems, helping maintain employee data.

· Participate in the month-end close process, assisting with journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules.

· Research and resolve accounting discrepancies independently and escalate as appropriate.

· Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and accuracy in all communications and records.

· Collaborate with the accounting team to meet departmental goals and reporting deadlines.

· Perform additional accounting and administrative tasks as needed to support departmental operations.   

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: $65,000 - $75,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and life insurance.

This is a full-time, salaried position. While standard hours are 40 per week, additional time may occasionally be required during peak periods such as month-end close or seasonal reporting cycles. The position typically averages 45–48 hours per week.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

· Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data validation, and lookups).

· Solid understanding of journal entry structure, debits/credits, and general ledger principles.

· Excellent organizational and time management skills; able to adapt and reprioritize in a fast-moving environment.

· Strong customer service and phone skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with internal and external contacts.

· Proven ability to problem-solve, research, and exercise sound judgment before seeking assistance.

· Dependable, punctual, and a strong team player.

· Ability to focus and minimize distractions while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

· Experience with intercompany accounting preferred.

Education & Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2–4 years of accounting experience, including hands-on journal entry and reconciliation work.