A/P Specialist

A/P Specialist
Paterson , NJ
FTE


Please have a look at the job description:


An established manufacturing company in Northern New Jersey serving highly regulated industries is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support accounting operations in a fast-paced environment. The organization specializes in complex engineered products and values accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This opportunity is open to local candidates only.

Prioritized Must Have Skills for the A/P Specialist:

#1. 3+ years of Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

#2. Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent experience

#3. Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills

#4. Experience working with ERP systems; Epicor experience strongly preferred

#5. High attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities of the A/P Specialist:

Process and reconcile vendor invoices and payments


Print checks, process wire transfers, and obtain payment approvals


Match invoices, post payments, and reconcile customer accounts


Invoice customers and verify sales order accuracy


Process customer credits, returns, and account adjustments


Maintain and track unearned revenue records


Reconcile bank deposits and assist with bank reconciliations


Utilize customer portals for payment verification and posting


Run aged receivable and commission reports


Assist with month-end, year-end closing, and audit support


Perform revenue and sales analysis as needed


Maintain organized AP/AR records and documentation


Collaborate with internal departments on order processing and shipping support


Research and resolve invoice discrepancies


Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives

Requirements of the A/P Specialist:

3+ years of Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment


Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent experience


Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills


Experience working with ERP systems; Epicor experience strongly preferred


High attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills in a fast-paced environment