Accountant / AP

Best Equipment Company•Indianapolis, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The mission of the Accountant is to serve as the foundational pillar for the finance team at Best Equipment. This role is accountable for overseeing key financial transactions, including Accounts Payable (AP) processing and vendor management, credit memo processing, bank deposits, expense management, and collections/credit applications. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, methodical, and take-charge professional who thrives in a steady work environment and enjoys ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of day-to-day financial operations.

Requirements

2+ years of accounting experience (or demonstrated progress toward an accounting accreditation/CPA).
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
High attention to detail with a methodical, problem-solving mindset.
Collaborative team player willing to work across departments.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Navision strongly preferred).
Ability to review, ascertain, and analyze key financial information from legal contracts and agreements.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day accounts payable (AP) processing, vendor relationships, credit memo issuance, bank deposits, company expense management, and client collections/credit applications.
Record transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Reconcile and analyze general ledger accounts to ensure accurate classification, promptly identifying and resolving discrepancies.
Assist with accounting and finance functions including revenue recognition, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, payables, customer invoicing, receivables, commissions, month-end close, and financial reporting.
Compile, analyze, and review system data to streamline processes and reduce manual reporting.
Prepare detailed workpapers for financial reviews and tax filings.
Maintain documented procedures and master data within the ERP system.
Partner with internal departments on strategic initiatives, including custom report creation, internal control design, and policy implementation.
Analyze and create optimized working capital programs in coordination with customers, financial institutions, and vendors.