Accounting Specialist (AP/AR)

Arkansas Talent Group•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

Arkansas Talent Group is searching for a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting Specialist -AP/AR to support a multi-entity organization managing 8+ companies. This role is responsible for overseeing both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions across multiple business units, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency in daily transaction processing, vendor management, customer billing, collections, and reconciliations. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting fundamentals, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a multi entity fast-paced environment. This position requires someone who can operate with a high level of independence while also partnering closely with accounting leadership, operations, and internal stakeholders across multiple entities. The right candidate will have experience in high-volume AP and AR, month-end close support, general ledger reconciliation, and working with accounting systems in a multi-company structure. A strong background in process improvement, organization, and problem-solving is essential.

Requirements

3+ years of accounting experience with hands-on AP and AR responsibility in a high volume, multi entity environment.
Experience supporting a multi-entity or multi-company environment strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close.
Proficiency with accounting systems and intermediate Excel.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments.

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable processes across multiple entities.
Review, code, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
Prepare and issue customer invoices, monitor aging reports, and follow up on collections.
Reconcile AP and AR subledgers to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies.
Support month-end close activities, including accruals, account reconciliations, and journal entries as needed.
Maintain vendor and customer records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls.
Communicate with internal teams and external vendors/customers to resolve billing and payment issues.
Assist with cash application, payment processing, and expense tracking.
Support audit requests and documentation related to AP/AR activities.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and streamline workflows across entities.
Work closely with accounting leadership to support reporting and operational needs across the business.