AR/AP Specialist

Starting Rate: $22/hour, offer dependent upon experience.

SUMMARY : This position is responsible for compiling and maintaining accounts payable and accounts receivable records.

AP DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, open, date stamp and distribute Accounting Department mail.
• Match AP invoices to receiving documentation.
• Assist in the data entry of AP invoices into ERP A/P system.
• Responsible for applying wire payments into ERP A/P system.
• Research discrepancies between Invoices and Purchase orders
• Responsible for Accounts Payable monthly close process including accruals through reconciliation
• Ensure data entry accuracy
• Maintain, organize and update A/P files.
• Prepare accounts payable checks for distribution including matching and mailing.
• Perform other duties as required or requested.

AR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Batch incoming check payments in preparation for deposit
• Act as back up for maintain the AR email in box
• Print customer payment advices
• File emails in customer sub folders
• Wire and Check cash application into ERP A/R system
• Investigate short payments
• Issue credits for shortages or price issues
• Release Credit Holds
• Freight tracking
• Perform other duties as required or requested

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES:

· None

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Education required, Associates Degree preferred
• 2-5 years of AR/AP experience preferred
• SAP experience a plus

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, as well as interpersonal skills.

· Must have the ability to analyze accounting related data.

· Experience with General Ledger Accounting is a plus.

· Must possess interpersonal skills.

· Must have the ability to use MS Word, Excel, Outlook and SAP software.

· Problem solving skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work environment consists of office setting.
• Exposure to quiet to moderate noise levels up to 2/3 of the time.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off & Sick Time
• 401K plan with 4% company match