Accounting Specialist

CIR

Accounting Specialist managing daily transactions, reporting, and support functions in Accounting at Cambridge. Requires technology skills and analytical capabilities for process improvement.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona, Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Update Accounting systems and databases, including daily transactions, schedules, general ledger entries, and related records
Process scheduled compensation, including management fee and service fee calculations, with accuracy and attention to detail
Own assigned queue work and routine team tasks while meeting service expectations and maintaining accountability
Supply information and responsive service to management, associates, and financial professionals as needed
Protect confidential information, data, and files through appropriate planning, accuracy, and security awareness
Use department systems, spreadsheets, approved technology tools, and approved Agentic AI capabilities to support accurate processing, research, efficiency, and process improvement
Apply analytical thinking, curiosity, and sound judgment to research issues, identify patterns, make good-quality decisions, and understand the reasoning behind those decisions
Demonstrate an improvement and change champion mindset by adapting quickly, supporting process transitions, and identifying opportunities to streamline work
Develop subject matter expertise and pursue continued growth within Accounting and Cambridge Investment Research

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to read and interpret rules, instructions, manuals, and department procedures
Foundational math knowledge with the ability to use Excel and other tools to support accurate calculations, data review, and reporting
Ability to apply common sense, analytical thinking, and sound judgment to make quality decisions and recognize when research or escalation is needed
Technology-savvy mindset with the ability to use database software, email, spreadsheets, word processing, company proprietary systems, and approved Agentic AI capabilities
Ability to self-motivate, work independently, organize priorities, manage queue work, and perform well under pressure
Ability to think beyond basic data entry by asking thoughtful questions, identifying patterns, researching issues, and recommending practical solutions
Ability to welcome change, adapt quickly, support process transitions, and demonstrate curiosity, outside-the-box thinking, and an improvement mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Premium benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
Vacation/sick time
401K retirement plan with company matching program
Eleven paid holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

Accounting SystemsGeneral Ledger EntriesCompensation ProcessingData ReviewCalculationsReportingResearch SkillsQueue ManagementPattern RecognitionDecision Making

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailSelf-MotivationAdaptabilityCuriosityOrganizational Skills