Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist

Job Details

Job Location:

Commercial Sewing, Inc.

- Torrington, CT 06790

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $67,000.00 per year

Keep Our Business Running Smoothly Behind the Scenes

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems, and ensuring employees and vendors are paid accurately and on time?

We are seeking an Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist to join our finance team. This role is responsible for managing accounts payable, processing weekly payroll, maintaining vendor relationships, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations across multiple affiliated companies.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys a variety of responsibilities within a collaborative team.

• Process vendor invoices for multiple companies and locations.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies with Purchasing and Receiving teams.
• Obtain approvals and accurately code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
• Process domestic and overseas supplier invoices.
• Manage logistics and freight invoices.
• Process DMR transactions.
• Maintain vendor records and set up new suppliers.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs.
• Process ACH, wire, and electronic payments.
• Serve as a secondary bank approver.
• Maintain organized accounts payable records and year-end files.

• Process weekly payroll for multiple companies.
• Review employee hours, earnings, and deductions for accuracy.
• Maintain payroll records and employee payroll information.
• Process payroll-related changes including:
  • New hires
  • Terminations
  • Pay rate changes
  • Benefit deductions
• Balance payroll prior to submission.
• Respond to employee payroll questions and concerns.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and federal and state regulations.

• Process electronic payments.
• Assist with positive pay procedures.
• Support banking and cash management activities as needed.

• Cross-train with Accounting and Accounts Receivable team members.
• Assist with month-end closing activities.
• Support multiple affiliated companies through a shared-services accounting model.
• Partner with the Accounting Manager on special projects and process improvements.
• Provide accounting support as business needs require.

• Experience in accounts payable and/or payroll administration.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of multi-company accounting operations.
• Experience with payroll processing systems and ERP/accounting software.

• Stable, growing company serving the marine and powersports industries.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to work across multiple business functions.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Meaningful role supporting employees, vendors, and company operations.

If you're organized, dependable, and enjoy working with both accounting and payroll, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become a valued member of our finance team.