AP/AR Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an AP/AR Accountant to join a team in Andover, Massachusetts in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage both payables and receivables while maintaining accurate financial records and supporting day-to-day accounting operations. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to month-end activities, improve transaction accuracy, and collaborate across departments to keep financial processes running smoothly.

Responsibilities:
• Process vendor invoices, review payment details for accuracy, and ensure disbursements are completed on schedule.
• Create and post journal entries while maintaining supporting documentation and alignment with accounting policies.
• Reconcile accounts within the general ledger and investigate discrepancies to preserve accurate financial reporting.
• Monitor customer balances, apply incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding receivables in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with month-end close activities by preparing schedules, verifying transaction data, and supporting account analysis.
• Maintain organized AP and AR records to strengthen audit readiness and improve traceability of financial activity.
• Partner with internal teams and external contacts to resolve billing, payment, and account issues efficiently.
• Contribute to updates in accounting workflows or tools as needed, including support for process changes that affect AP and AR operations.• Experience handling both accounts payable and accounts receivable responsibilities in an accounting environment that requires strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of journal entry preparation and general ledger maintenance.
• Ability to reconcile financial records accurately and identify transaction inconsistencies.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple accounting tasks and deadlines.
• Clear communication skills for coordinating with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for financial tracking and reporting.