Accounts Receivable ​/ Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract

Position Overview

The Panther Group is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Specialist to support daily accounting operations during a maternity leave coverage in the Norwood, MA area. This individual will be responsible for managing the AP and AR process, monitoring outstanding balances, following up with customers and vendors regarding payments, posting transactions, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will come from a professional office environment and have prior experience handling both accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.

Candidates from a variety of industries are welcome, including construction, manufacturing, service, or small business environments.

• Manage day-to-day Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable activities
• Track, post, and reconcile incoming and outgoing payments
• Contact customers regarding outstanding balances and collections activity
• Follow established procedures for delinquent accounts, including 30-, 60-, and 90-day follow-up processes
• Communicate with vendors regarding invoices, payment status, and account discrepancies
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to financial transactions
• Generate and review reports for payment tracking and account management
• Extract information from the company's proprietary system and work extensively within Excel
• Process and upload financial information into Microsoft Dynamics for tracking, payment posting, and General Ledger purposes
• Assist with month-end accounting activities as needed
• Support other accounting and administrative functions as assigned

• Microsoft Dynamics
• Excel (required)
• Proprietary legacy database system used for customer information and reporting

• Prior experience in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable required
• Strong collections and customer communication skills
• Ability to manage a high volume of outreach and follow-up activities
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple accounts and tasks simultaneously
• Comfortable working with Excel and accounting software systems
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment

Pay Rate Range: $24.00 to $26.00 per hour