Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Specialist (Remote)

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.