AP/AR Specialist

Description

The AP/AR Specialist will be responsible for managing all aspects of accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Tasks will include processing bills, processing invoices, handling payments, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accuracy in financial records. The AP/AR Specialist should have the ability to multitask, keep up with detailed information all while maintaining confidentiality within the finance department.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Process and review vendor bills for accuracy and timely payment
• Verify purchase orders, receipts, and contract terms to ensure proper matching
• Prepare and schedule payments to vendors, ensuring adherence to payment terms
• Manage vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies or payment issues
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records
• Update vendor details when needed
• Auxiliary with the preparation of weekly, monthly and year-end reports for finance department
• Generate and send customer invoices according to contractual terms and agreements
• Monitor accounts for overdue payments, initiate collection actions, and follow up with clients
• Reconcile customer payments and apply them accurately to accounts and invoices
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve invoicing issues or discrepancies
• Maintain records of received payments and ensure accurate entry of transactions within the accounting system
• Reconcile AP/AR accounts regularly and resolve any discrepancies
• Maintain confidentiality and security of financial data and adhere to company policies regarding data protection
• Auxiliary with other duties as needed

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities)

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a related field or equivalent
• Two (2) or more years of hands-on experience supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, accounting, bookkeeping, or other finance-related functions
• Understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational skills
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to handle sensitive financial information with confidentiality and discretion

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Travel

Up to 10%

Shift

This position will mostly be from 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional shift coverage when needed.