Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist

Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the full cycle of accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accurate and timely processing of transactions, maintaining compliance with financial standards, and supporting overall financial health. Your expertise in accounting software, financial concepts, and data entry will drive efficiency and accuracy across our financial operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a collaborative environment that values precision, transparency, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities • Process and verify all accounts payable transactions, including invoice coding, approval workflows, and payment processing using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Workday. • Manage accounts receivable activities by invoicing customers, recording payments, and performing collections to ensure steady cash flow. • Reconcile accounts payable and receivable ledger entries regularly to maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles). • Prepare journal entries for month-end closing activities, including accruals and adjustments related to payables and receivables. • Conduct account reconciliations to verify data accuracy, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues promptly. • Assist with compliance procedures related to SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) controls and internal audit requirements. • Support benefits administration and HRIS systems such as ADP or UltiPro by ensuring payroll data accuracy and processing employee-related transactions. • Collaborate with the finance team on general ledger accounting, governmental accounting standards, and non-profit accounting practices as needed. • Perform data entry tasks with high accuracy using 10 key typing skills while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. • Contribute to process improvements by analyzing workflow efficiencies within accounts payable/receivable functions. Experience • Proven experience in accounts payable and receivable functions within a corporate or nonprofit setting. • Strong understanding of accounting principles such as double-entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, and general ledger reconciliation. • Familiarity with financial software including QuickBooks, Sage, Workday, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, Kronos or similar platforms. • Knowledge of payroll management systems like ADP or UltiPro is highly desirable. • Experience working with governmental or public accounting standards is a plus. • Ability to perform detailed analysis skills for account reconciliation and journal entries. • Prior exposure to SOX compliance procedures and internal controls is advantageous. • Excellent organizational skills with a focus on accuracy in data entry and bookkeeping tasks. Join us in a role where your expertise will directly impact our financial integrity! We value proactive professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. If you’re passionate about accounting software systems, financial concepts, and delivering excellence in accounts payable/receivable management — we want to hear from you! Pay: $38.97 - $48.87 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) Work Location: Remote Apply tot his job