Accounts Receivable & Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Accounting Specialist | SearchLogic Recruiting LLC

The Tone:
This is a full-time, hybrid role within the corporate accounting department of a successful distribution company. The position offers an immediate opportunity for growth, emphasizing a detail-oriented professional who can fully own the accounts receivable function, including invoicing, cash application, and account reconciliation. Beyond A/R, this specialist will provide crucial support across the broader accounting team, engaging in general ledger work, reporting, and special projects. It’s an ideal fit for an individual eager to expand their responsibilities and contribute proactively wherever the team requires assistance.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Hybrid
• Location: Hybrid (2 days in office, 3 days remote)

• Team: Reports to Assistant Controller / Controller
• Mission: Own the accounts receivable function while providing support across the broader accounting team and growing responsibilities over time.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, accounting software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounts Receivable Management: Own the full day-to-day cycle, including generating customer invoices, applying cash receipts, and processing approved credit and debit memos.
• Reconciliation & Resolution: Reconcile A/R accounts, proactively research discrepancies, and partner with other teams to quickly resolve identified issues.
• Accounting Department Support: Provide assistance across the broader accounting team, including accounts payable tasks such as reviewing invoices, creating vouchers, and researching outstanding payables.
• General Ledger & Treasury: Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for the general ledger, and assist with treasury-related tasks like applying cash receipts and processing payments.
• Compliance & Reporting: Contribute to business licensing, registrations, and sales tax reporting, and compile reports and records for leadership as requested.
• Process Improvement & Collaboration: Identify and take initiative on opportunities to improve accounting processes, while staying in regular contact with other departments to resolve transaction issues and inform management.
• Growth & Ad Hoc Responsibilities: Be eager to take on additional responsibilities as they arise, demonstrating a willingness to grow and assist wherever needed within the team.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Requires a minimum of 4 years of dedicated experience in accounting or a closely related financial role, demonstrating a proven capability to manage and take ownership of core accounting functions. Equivalent experience is highly valued.
• Experience: Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications and accounting software, showcasing the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and platforms. The role also requires comfort in managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Skills: Possesses sharp attention to detail, robust organizational abilities, and excellent follow-up skills. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can build rapport across all levels, internally and externally, and is a proactive problem-solver who takes ownership of tasks to meet deadlines.
• Bonus: A degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is considered a significant advantage, and prior experience specifically with inventory accounting is a plus.