Accountant

Staff Accountant

Benefits: For eligible employees, we offer Health, Dental and Vision insurances, in addition to a 401(k)

Job Title: Staff Accountant – AP/AR (Manufacturing) Pay range: $25-38 / hour

Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions within a food manufacturing environment. This role will focus on invoice processing, customer billing, collections, and reconciliations while supporting month-end close activities. This is an onsite, temp-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term conversion.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process high-volume vendor invoices for ingredients, packaging, freight, and utilities
• Perform two- and three-way matching (PO, receipt, invoice)
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with Purchasing, Operations, and vendors
• Prepare and process check runs and ACH payments
• Maintain vendor records and W-9 documentation
• Reconcile AP subledger to the general ledger

Accounts Receivable

• Generate customer invoices and statements
• Apply customer payments (checks, ACH, wire) accurately and timely
• Monitor AR aging and follow up on past-due balances
• Perform collections while maintaining positive customer relationships
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, deductions, and short pays
• Reconcile AR subledger to the general ledger

Month-End & Reporting

• Assist with month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Support inventory, freight, and cost-of-goods accounting as needed
• Prepare AR and AP aging reports and cash flow support schedules

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of AP/AR experience, ideally in manufacturing or food production
• Experience working in Microsoft Dynamics
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, onsite environment