Accounting Specialist

Our client is seeking an experienced AP/AR Analyst to join their accounting team. This role will be responsible for managing accounts payable and accounts receivable activities across multiple business units while ensuring timely processing, accurate recordkeeping, and strong customer and vendor relationships.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or product-based environment and possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to collections and payment processing.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process invoices from receipt through payment.
• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Ensure expenses are posted correctly to the general ledger.
• Research and resolve invoice and purchase order discrepancies.
• Monitor approval workflows and follow up as needed.
• Assist with weekly payment processing and check runs.

Accounts Receivable

• Generate customer invoices and post customer payments.
• Manage collections activities and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Maintain accurate aging reports and collection notes.
• Post cash receipts including ACH, checks, credit card payments, and other payment methods.
• Perform credit reviews and establish customer payment terms.
• Investigate and resolve customer billing discrepancies.
• Communicate regularly with customers regarding account status and payment expectations.

Additional Duties

• Support multiple operating entities/business units.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve payment and invoicing issues.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable experience.
• Experience with in a manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or similar environment.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Experience working within Epicor, Net Suite, SAP, Oracle.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Preferred

• Experience supporting multiple business units or entities.
• Strong collections and aging management experience.
• Additional accounting knowledge or exposure to general accounting functions.

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Stable and growing organization.
• Hybrid work flexibility after training.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to expand accounting responsibilities and grow professionally.
• High visibility role interacting with customers, vendors, and leadership.