Accounting Specialist

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Located in Ranburne, AL

Salary: $20/Hour

Summary and Objective:

The Accounting Specialist (AR/AP) is responsible for managing full-cycle accounts receivable and accounts payable functions for a local manufacturing facility within a larger corporate organization. This role ensures timely and accurate billing, cash application, invoice processing, and payments while maintaining strong customer and vendor relationships. The position supports cash flow, financial accuracy, compliance with company policies, and efficient accounting operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Generate and issue customer invoices and apply incoming payments (checks, ACH, wires)
• Process vendor invoices, including three-way matching and proper GL coding
• Manage AR and AP aging; follow up on past-due receivables and ensure timely vendor payments
• Reconcile customer and vendor accounts; investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Conduct collections while maintaining professional customer relationships
• Coordinate with internal teams (sales, operations, procurement) to resolve billing and payment issues
• Maintain accurate customer and vendor master data in ERP system
• Support month-end close, including reconciliations, accruals, and reporting
• Prepare and review AR/AP reports for management
• Ensure compliance with company policies, credit terms, and internal controls
• Respond to customer and vendor inquiries in a timely manner
• Support internal and external audits
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma; associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting experience
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred
• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 3–5 years of combined AR/AP or general accounting experience
• Experience in a multi-entity or corporate environment
• Familiarity with automated billing, cash application, or invoice processing systems
• Knowledge of internal controls or SOX compliance
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Bilingual is preferred

You should be proficient in:

• Bookkeeping
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Bank Reconciliation
• ERP & MRP Systems
• Financial Audit Experience
• Microsoft Excel

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• ERP Software

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