AP/AR Accounting Lead

AP/AR & Technical Accounting Lead

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced AP/AR & Technical Accounting Lead to oversee the full cycle of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions while supporting key accounting operations, month-end close activities, and technical accounting initiatives. This role is ideal for a highly analytical accounting professional who combines strong transactional accounting expertise with a deep understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls.

The successful candidate will serve as a key contributor to accounting operations, partnering cross-functionally with Finance, Sales, Operations, Customer Service, Logistics, and external business partners to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable

• Manage full-cycle AR including invoicing, cash application, collections, account reconciliations, and reporting

• Generate invoices based on customer contracts, pricing schedules, and shipping documentation

• Monitor aging reports and proactively manage collection efforts

• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, deductions, and customer disputes

• Process and apply payments received via ACH, wire transfers, checks, and credit cards

• Maintain AR subledger accuracy and support customer credit reviews

• Analyze receivable trends and make recommendations to improve cash flow

Accounts Payable

• Manage full-cycle AP including invoice processing, coding, approvals, vendor maintenance, and payment execution

• Perform 3-way matching between invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents

• Process payment runs via check, ACH, wire, and electronic payment methods

• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies

• Maintain AP subledger accuracy and proper expense classifications

• Ensure timely vendor payments while supporting company cash flow objectives

• Adhere to internal controls and approval workflows

Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities

• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations

• Assist with financial statement preparation and supporting schedules

• Analyze accounting transactions and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP

• Support revenue recognition, prepaid expenses, accrual accounting, and balance sheet reconciliations

• Assist with external audits and preparation of audit schedules

• Research accounting guidance and recommend appropriate accounting treatment for non-routine transactions

• Participate in the development and enhancement of accounting policies and procedures

Reporting & Process Improvement

• Prepare AR and AP aging reports and management reporting packages

• Reconcile subledgers to the general ledger and investigate variances

• Support cash forecasting and working capital initiatives

• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline accounting processes

• Assist with ERP implementations, upgrades, and process improvements

• Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 5+ years of accounting experience with responsibility for AP, AR, and general accounting functions

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting fundamentals

• Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and journal entries

• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, or similar

• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUPs, and financial analysis

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

• Excellent communication and business partnering abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or inventory-based environments

• Prior audit support experience

• Experience with process improvement initiatives and accounting automation

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary

• Annual performance bonus opportunity

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

• Life and Disability insurance

• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA), where applicable

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Professional development and continuing education support

• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for career growth and advancement

Pay Details: $35.00 to $40.00 per hour

Search managed by: Vanessa Krause

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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