AR/AP Specialist

AP/AR Specialist Position Summary We are seeking an experienced AP/AR Specialist to join our finance team on a contract basis. This role will be responsible for daily Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities, general accounting support, reconciliations, and assisting with the monthly financial close process. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. Qualifications Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field OR 2+ years of relevant AP/AR experience in lieu of a degree. Minimum 3 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger support. Working knowledge of accounting principles, including accrual accounting and budgeting. Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Ability to handle confidential financial information professionally. Key Responsibilities Accounts Receivable Process customer payments and accurately apply payments and credit memos to invoices. Prepare and send customer invoices electronically and through customer payment portals. Monitor and track accounts receivable balances. Follow up with customers regarding outstanding invoices and payments. Work with the Controller to resolve collection issues. Accounts Payable Process vendor invoices and payments and obtain required approvals. Match invoices with purchase orders, packing slips, and receiving records. Prepare and process checks, ACH payments, and wire transfers. Maintain accurate AP records, invoices, and payment documentation. Respond to vendor inquiries and investigate past‑due or payment issues. Accrue use tax as needed. General Accounting Assist with maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with company standards. Assist with monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, AP, and AR accounts. Review travel and purchasing card expenses for proper documentation, approval, and account coding. Assist with month‑end close activities. Maintain confidentiality of financial, budgeting, operational, and business information. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team. AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program. We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment‑qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The Know Your Rights poster is available here: The pay transparency policy is available here: Benefits For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. #J-18808-Ljbffr AppleOne Employment Services