Accounting Specialist (AP/AR)

Aston Carter•Carlsbad, CA

2d•$28 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional with strong Accounts Payable experience who is looking to broaden their skills across both AP and AR while gaining exposure to accounting automation, process improvements, and long-term growth opportunities. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and enjoy taking ownership of your work, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

2+ years of full-cycle Accounts Payable experience
1+ year of Accounts Receivable experience
Experience processing high-volume invoices (200+ monthly)
Knowledge of 2-way and 3-way matching
Experience working with ERP systems
Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
Strong Accounts Payable experience required
Basic Excel skills, including formulas, simple calculations, and data review
Strong 10-key and data entry skills with a high level of accuracy

Nice To Haves

3-5 years of accounting experience preferred
Accounts Receivable experience preferred
Epicor experience is a plus
Manufacturing, distribution, or inventory-based industry experience preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
Degree not required; relevant experience is valued over formal education!
Adaptable, coachable, and eager to learn new systems and processes

Responsibilities

Process PO and non-PO invoices accurately and efficiently
Perform 3-way matching and investigate pricing, quantity, and receiving discrepancies
Partner closely with Purchasing, Warehouse, and Accounting teams to resolve invoice issues
Support a high-volume AP environment processing approximately 450-1,000 invoices per month
Code, enter, and process invoices within the ERP system
Process employee expense reports and maintain supporting documentation
Post customer payments and cash receipts
Generate and distribute customer invoices and shipping documentation
Support B2B collections activities through email and phone follow-up
Investigate and resolve billing, payment, and account discrepancies
Review and validate invoices captured through automated accounting tools
Maintain accurate records and provide day-to-day accounting support
Assist with month-end activities and provide backup support across the accounting team
Communicate professionally with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders
Take ownership of issues and drive them through resolution