About the job
The Accounts Payable/Receivable Accountant is integral to our financial operations, managing both AP and AR processes efficiently. This role involves the precise handling of vendor invoices, customer billing, payment posting, and reconciliation across diverse markets.
As a key player, you will collaborate with various departments including Operations, Sales, Purchasing, and Finance to uphold accuracy, ensure healthy cash flow, and meet reporting and month-end deadlines. This position is perfect for individuals seeking a dynamic role with exposure to the full accounting cycle.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable:
- Accurately review, code, and process vendor invoices.
- Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation.
- Assist in executing weekly or bi-weekly payment runs (checks, ACH, credit card).
- Address vendor inquiries regarding statements and discrepancies.
- Maintain an accurate AP aging report and ensure accounts are current.
Accounts Receivable:
- Generate and dispatch customer invoices for services rendered.
- Verify billing packets for completeness and accuracy.
- Process customer payments and reconcile daily cash receipts.
- Maintain AR aging and facilitate collections communication.
- Investigate customer account discrepancies professionally.
Month-End Close & Reporting:
- Assist with AP and AR reconciliations during month-end close.
- Support accruals, revenue recognition, and unbilled job reconciliations.
- Prepare reporting schedules for finance leadership.
- Assist with year-end audit documentation as required.
Cross-Department Collaboration:
- Work with Operations to validate billable work and service ticket accuracy.
- Collaborate with the AP Clerk on invoice processing and vendor communication.
- Partner with Sales to correct billing data and contract revisions.
- Support the Controller and Staff Accountant with GL inquiries.
Process Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for enhancing AP and AR workflows.
- Assist in system transitions as our company scales.
- Standardize billing and invoicing procedures across markets.
