Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Lead

About the role

At MicroStar we believe in a Customer First philosophy. We have a strong conviction that in order to be Customer First, we have to be Employee First! The AP/AR Lead will play a key role in the operational accounting function, owning the collections and payables processes. This position will be responsible for proactively managing aging reports, fostering positive relationships with internal and external partners, and ensuring accuracy of MicroStar’s financial reporting. The AP/AR Lead will serve as a subject matter expert supporting and coaching staff while also helping to drive continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee AP and AR staff, deploying resources where needed to proactively manage the collections and payables processes and ensure timely payment of invoices
• Communicate with customers, vendors, and internal partners regarding outstanding balances, general account inquiries, and billing or payment questions
• Provide guidance to staff on their assigned responsibilities, giving timely and relevant feedback
• Maintain a solid understanding of general ledger accounts and their purpose to ensure accurate expense coding
• Serve as an escalation point for problem accounts and flag potential issues to management in a timely manner
• Prepare analysis on collections efforts and DSO for management team
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations, research variances, and take action on necessary reconciling adjustments in a timely manner

Skills

• Commitment to customer service; ability to anticipate needs and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and internal partners
• Concern for Accuracy: high attention to detail and accuracy in work
• Strong organizational skills, problem solving, and follow through
• Effective Communication: strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Proficient in managing multiple priorities while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
• Sound decision making skills and judgement; identify critical issues and provide solutions
• Encouraging Teamwork: establish common objectives with joint accountability among the team members
• Improving the Organization: willingness to challenge the status quo; recognize and act on opportunities for process optimization

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred
• 2 – 4 years of relevant work experience
• Advanced understanding of Microsoft Excel
• Experience with modern ERPs (NetSuite specific experience is a plus)

Working Conditions

Travel Requirement: No travel required. This position is located in an office environment with frequent extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Pay

Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, specialty and training.