Staff Accountant - (AP/AR Focus)

Pave America • Woburn, MA

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About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with a strong focus on Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable to support day-to-day accounting operations. This role is responsible for managing invoices, collections, vendor payments, reconciliations, and assisting with month-end close activities. The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with high transaction volume.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–4 years of accounting experience with significant AR/AP exposure
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables preferred)
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience in high-volume transactional environments
• Prior experience with collections or cash application
• Knowledge of GAAP
• Experience working with ERP systems

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and issue customer invoices accurately and timely
• Apply customer payments (ACH, wire, checks, credit cards) to AR ledger
• Monitor aging reports and actively follow up on past-due accounts
• Resolve billing discrepancies and customer inquiries
• Reconcile AR subledger to general ledger
• Assist with revenue recognition support and documentation
• Process high-volume vendor invoices and expense reports
• Verify invoice accuracy, coding, and approvals
• Prepare and process weekly payment runs (ACH, checks, wires)
• Maintain vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries
• Reconcile AP subledger to general ledger
• Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare account reconciliations (cash, AR, AP, Credit Card)
• Support audits by providing documentation and schedules
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems
• Assist with process improvements and system enhancements
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned

Benefits

• Pave America and it's companies offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level