Accounting Specialist - AR / AP

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Job description

Accounting Specialist - AR / AP

About the Company: Our client, a well-respected distributor of building materials, is seeking a full-time Accounting Specialist - AR/AP to join their team in Denver. Established in 1985, the company prides itself on offering personalized customer service and fostering a family-like atmosphere. Many employees have been with the company for over a decade, reflecting a strong history of internal promotions and career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities of the Accounting Specialist-AR/AP:

Accounts Receivable (AR):

• Creating AR Invoices: Generate accurate and timely accounts receivable invoices.
• Applying Cash Payments: Post cash receipts and apply payments to customer accounts.
• Researching Discrepancies: Investigate and resolve any discrepancies related to AR.
• Maintaining AR Aging: Monitor and maintain the AR aging report to ensure timely collections.
• Maintaining Customer Accounts: Update and manage customer account information.
• Sending Monthly Statements: Prepare and distribute monthly account statements to customers.

Accounts Payable (AP):

• Creating AP Invoices: Process vendor invoices and ensure accuracy.
• Managing Employee and AP Expense Reports: Review and process employee and AP expense reports.
• Maintaining Vendor Accounts: Update and manage vendor account information.
• Use Tax Reporting: Prepare and submit use tax reports as required.
• Processing/AP Payments: Process payments to vendors and ensure timely disbursement.

Reporting:

• Daily Bank Reconciliations: Perform daily reconciliation of bank accounts.
• Prepare Monthly Balance Sheets: Compile and prepare monthly balance sheets for review.
• Maintaining GL Accounts: Ensure that general ledger accounts are accurate and up-to-date.
• Preparing and Submitting Borrowing Base Reporting: Prepare and submit borrowing base reports as required.
• Month End Close: Assist with the month-end closing process, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Managing Annual Financial Review and Audits: Coordinate and manage the annual financial review and any external audits.

Qualifications of the Staff Accountant:

• Seeking 1-5 years of Accounts Receivable experience
• Proficiency with Google Doc / Google Sheets would be ideal
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Salary range $65k + bonus and excellent benefits

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