AP/AR Accountant

Nesco Resource•Johnstown, NY

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, highly organized, and detail-oriented accounting professional to support daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position maintains accurate financial records, resolves account discrepancies, and assists with month-end accounting processes. Accounts payable duties include processing, verifying, and posting vendor invoices; reviewing invoices for accuracy, coding, and authorization; coding expenses to General Ledger accounts and cost centers; resolving invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries; maintaining vendor records and supporting documentation; assisting with AP reconciliations and month-end close; and collaborating with internal departments and vendors. Accounts receivable duties include maintaining customer account records and transaction history; monitoring accounts and following up on outstanding balances; performing collections and communicating about past-due accounts; researching and resolving deductions, discrepancies, short payments, and other payment issues; reconciling customer accounts and investigating variances; and preparing and maintaining AR reports and supporting documentation.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience in General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or a related accounting function.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to analyze, reconcile, and manage large volumes of financial data.
Strong analytical, research, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
SAP accounting software experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Process, verify, and accurately post vendor invoices in a timely manner.
Review invoices for accuracy, completeness, proper coding, and appropriate authorization.
Code invoices to the appropriate General Ledger accounts and cost centers.
Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries.
Maintain accurate vendor records and supporting documentation.
Assist with accounts payable reconciliations and month-end close activities.
Collaborate with internal departments and vendors to resolve accounting-related issues.
Maintain accurate customer account records and transaction history.
Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding balances.
Perform customer collections and communicate professionally regarding past-due accounts.
Research and resolve customer deductions, discrepancies, short payments, and payment issues.
Reconcile customer accounts and investigate and resolve variances.
Prepare and maintain accounts receivable reports and supporting documentation.