Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper page is loaded## Bookkeeperlocations: Corporate Office - Sugar Landtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 4 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100879**It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!**We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.# Role: Bookkeeper (AP & AR)**Company:** API Group / Accredo Packaging, Inc.**Location:** Sugar Land, TX**Job Type:** Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)## About API GroupAPI Group and its operating companies (including Advance Polybag Inc., Accredo Packaging, Inc. and Advance Paperbag) manufacture and supply sustainable, high-value-added flexible packaging solutions for major pre-packaged food and consumer product brands across North America. We combine cutting-edge technology with industry-leading expertise in state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities.## Position SummaryWe are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable **Bookkeeper** to manage end-to-end Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions across multiple U.S. manufacturing sites and business entities. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this non-exempt position plays a crucial role in maintaining high accuracy in financial records, performing monthly bank reconciliations, managing vendor relationships, and supporting multi-entity cash flow operations.## Key Responsibilities### Accounts Payable (AP) Operations* Review, code, and process vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements in compliance with internal control policies and approval matrix workflows.* Perform three-way matching (purchase order, receiving report, and vendor invoice) to verify accuracy prior to payment.* Research, troubleshoot, and resolve invoice discrepancies or pricing errors promptly.* Schedule and execute accurate payment runs via check, ACH, and wire transfers.* Establish and maintain updated vendor master files, including W-9 forms, tax IDs, and banking/payment instructions.* Prepare, archive, and upload finalized payment packets (invoices and remittances) to the network drive and accounting systems on a weekly schedule.### Accounts Receivable (AR) & Cash Management* Generate and distribute accurate customer invoices and intercompany billbacks across multiple business units.* Record and post daily cash deposits, ACH payments, and incoming customer receipts.* Perform monthly bank reconciliations for assigned company accounts and investigate outstanding reconciling items.* Reconcile vendor statements periodically to ensure account ledgers remain current and accurate.### Administrative & Team Support* Monitor and manage shared accounting/AP email inboxes, responding to vendor and internal inquiries in a prompt, professional manner.* Assist with check voiding, stop payments, and check reissues as necessary.* Serve as primary operational support and cross-coverage backup for other accounting team members during absences.* Support month-end close activities and assist with special accounting projects or audit requests as assigned.## Qualifications & Skill Requirements* **Education:** Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred (or equivalent practical accounting/bookkeeping experience).* **Experience:** 2-4+ years of hands-on AP/AR and general bookkeeping experience; experience in a multi-site or manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.* **Technical Proficiency:** Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, sumifs, data filtering).Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central / Navision) is a plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Teams).* **Core Competencies:** Exceptional attention to detail, data entry accuracy, and organizational skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to independently resolve invoice/statement discrepancies. Ability to prioritize tasks and consistently meet tight deadlines in a multi-entity environment. Excellent communication skills with a customer-service mindset toward vendors and internal teams.## Working Conditions & Physical Requirements* **Environment:** Professional office environment located within our Sugar Land facility.* **Physical Demands:** Extended periods of sitting and computer work (keyboarding, mouse use, reading dual monitors).* **Lifting:** Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift office files or supplies up to 20 lbs.## What We Offer* Competitive hourly rate.* Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.* Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Short-Term Disability insurance.* 401(k) Safe Harbor plan with immediate company match and 100% vesting.* Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr