AP/AR Accountant

AP/AR Accountant Location: Rockford, IL Job Id: 246 # of Openings: 1 Job Summary Supports the day-to-day operational activities of an organization's accounts receivable and accounts payable functions. This role ensures accurate processing of invoices, timely collections and payments, account reconciliations, and compliance with internal controls and accounting policies. The position also supports month-end close activities. Primary Responsibilities Accounts Payable (AP) Review, code, and process high-volume vendor invoices with accuracy and timeliness Ensure invoices are correctly coded and classified to the appropriate expense accounts, cost centers, and projects in accordance with accounting/company policies and GAAP Perform invoice matching (3-way) and resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal departments Manage vendor setup, maintain vendor master data, and respond to supplier inquiries Prepare and process payments (checks, ACH, wire transfers) and ensure proper approvals Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations Accounts Receivable (AR) Generate and post customer invoices and credit memos Apply cash receipts, reconcile customer accounts, and investigate payment variances Monitor aging reports, follow up on overdue accounts, and support collections activities Communicate with customers regarding billing issues and payment status Ensure accurate revenue-related postings and documentation General Accounting & Reporting Reconcile AP and AR sub-ledgers to the general ledger Assist with month-end and year-end close processes Prepare reports related to payables, receivables, and cash flow Identify process improvements and support implementation of system or workflow enhancements Skills / Qualifications Requires a high school diploma with minimum 5 years relevant accounting experience OR associate’s degree in accounting with minimum 3 years relevant work experience. Preferred candidate will have 5 or more years progressive experience, ideally from within a manufacturing environment, performing accounting roles similar to the posted primary responsibilities of this position. Experience working cross-functionally, including production and marketing departments. Ability to accurately prepare timely reports. Monthly closing process with strict deadlines. Excellent analytical skills, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. High proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office programs. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work both independently as well as with others in a team environment. Candidates should be highly organized, possess a good work ethic, be safety conscious, and self-motivated with a proven capacity to multi-task. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, computer literacy, strong attention to detail and a professional demeanor, with the ability to keep a cool head in stressful situations is desired. All Candidates must be able to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the USA.

$55-60K.