Accounting Specialist

Description

A growing manufacturing company in the Charlotte area is looking to add an Accounting Clerk / AP Specialist to their tight‑knit finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is motivated, eager to learn, and excited about building a long-term career in accounting.

Why this role is exciting

+ Stable industry + strong team (you'll work closely with an Accounting Manager and Financial Analyst)

+ Clear growth path - offering a natural internal step-up for the right person

+ Hands-on, well-rounded accounting exposure across AP, AR, reporting, and vendor/customer interaction

What They're Looking For

+ Someone motivated, curious, and quick to learn

+ Well-rounded accounting experience (AP & AR), or a recent accounting graduate with strong fundamentals

+ Comfortable pitching in where needed - including occasional phone coverage at the front desk

+ Strong Excel skills (pivot tables); familiarity with ERP systems helpful

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Financial Processing

+ Review, process, and post invoices accurately

+ Match invoices to packing slips

+ Obtain approvals and enter raw material invoices

+ Park invoices pending approval

+ Print checks + process ACH payments

+ Upload payment files to the bank

+ Match checks to invoices & prepare remittances

+ Assist with cash forecasts

+ Prepare month-end accruals and recurring invoice schedules

+ Reconcile credit card and bank accounts

+ Complete general ledger and subledger reconciliations

+ Provide ad hoc financial research & analysis

Vendor Relations

+ Respond to vendor inquiries

+ Set up and update vendor records

+ Encourage vendors to transition to ACH

+ Review vendor statements for missing invoices

+ Maintain strong, timely vendor relationships

Accounts Receivable & Customer Support

+ Review aging reports and perform weekly collections calls

+ Post and reconcile daily AR transactions

+ Follow up on past-due accounts

+ Prepare monthly AR and trade reports

+ Maintain accurate customer account records

+ Provide professional, timely customer communication

Compliance & Confidentiality

+ Maintain accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality in all financial processes

+ Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting systems & workflows

+ Handle other tasks as assigned

Requirements

Must have 3+ years of accounting experience or a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

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