AP/AR Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

AP/AR Accountant
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Location: Johnstown, NY
Pay Rate: $25.00–$29.50 per hour
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced, highly organized, and detail-oriented AP/AR General Accounting Associate to join our accounting team. This direct-hire opportunity is ideal for a dependable accounting professional with strong accounts payable and accounts receivable experience, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, maintaining accurate financial records, resolving account discrepancies, and assisting with month-end accounting processes.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable

• Process, verify, and accurately post vendor invoices in a timely manner.
• Review invoices for accuracy, completeness, proper coding, and appropriate authorization.
• Code invoices to the appropriate General Ledger accounts and cost centers.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and support documentation.
• Assist with AP account reconciliations and month-end close activities.
• Collaborate with internal departments and vendors to resolve accounting-related issues.

• Maintain accurate customer account records and transaction history.
• Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Perform customer collections and communicate professionally regarding past-due accounts.
• Research and resolve customer deductions, discrepancies, short payments, and payment issues.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate and resolve variances.
• Prepare and maintain accounts receivable reports and supporting documentation.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or a related accounting function.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• SAP accounting software experience is strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to analyze, reconcile, and manage large volumes of financial data.
• Strong analytical, research, problem-solving, and organizational skills.