PeopleShare has an opening for an Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable Specialist in Mt. Laurel, NJ. Candidates must have 5 years of accounting experience, accounts receivable, and accounts payable to be considered.
Job Title: Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable Specialist
Location: Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-4:30pm
Duration: 4 month Contract-to-hire
Pay Rate: $30-40/hr
Responsibilities:
- Accounts Receivable (AR):
- Oversee and manage the accounts receivable cycle, including invoicing, cash receipts application, and collections.
- Monitor aging reports and proactively work to reduce outstanding receivables.
- Resolve complex customer billing issues and discrepancies.
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of all AR transactions.
- Accounts Payable (AP):
- Manage the accounts payable process, including vendor invoice processing, payment runs, and vendor statement reconciliation.
- Ensure accurate coding and approval of all expenditures.
- Optimize AP processes for efficiency and accuracy, exploring opportunities for automation.
- Maintain strong vendor relationships.
- General Accounting and Reconciliations:
- Prepare and post general ledger journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure its integrity.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Manufacturing experience is a plus.
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
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