Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Specialist (Remote)
We're hiring an Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our remote finance team supporting a public school district. You'll handle the day-to-day flow of invoices and payments, keep vendor and account records accurate, and help make sure the books stay clean and current.
Location: Remote (United States)
Work Authorization: Applicants must reside in the United States and be legally authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor work visas at this time.
What You'll Actually Do
- Process vendor invoices, match them to purchase orders and receiving documents, and prepare payments
- Enter and post accounts payable transactions in the accounting system
- Manage accounts receivable by posting payments, applying cash receipts, and following up on outstanding invoices
- Reconcile AP and AR aging reports, investigate discrepancies, and prepare routine reports for the finance team
- Maintain accurate vendor and customer records
- Assist with month-end close activities related to payables and receivables
- Respond to vendor and internal inquiries in a timely, professional manner
- Help maintain organized documentation to support audits and internal controls
- Perform bank reconciliations and investigate payment discrepancies.
Success in This Role
- Process invoices accurately and on time
- Keep AP and AR records clean and up to date
- Meet month-end deadlines consistently
- Communicate clearly and professionally with vendors and internal teams
- Support accurate financial reporting and audit readiness
What We're Looking For
Must-Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent (associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred)
- Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, sorting, filtering)
- Ability to handle confidential financial information
- Good organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment and meet deadlines
Nice to Have
- Experience in public sector, education, or nonprofit accounting
- Familiarity with purchase order processes and three-way matching
- Experience with electronic payment systems or AP automation tools
- Basic understanding of GAAP or fund accounting
The Setup
- 100% remote for employees based in the United States
- Flexible working hours
- Competitive hourly pay plus health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
- Paid training and support
- Join a collaborative finance team that helps keep school district finances running smoothly
If this sounds like a good fit, we'd love to hear from you.