Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Specialist
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Job Location:
Jessup, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company Overview
We are supporting a fast-growing packaging distributor serving the food industry nationwide. Their organization partners with food manufacturers processors distributors and grower-shippers providing packaging materials through a high-service just-in-time model that helps keep production lines running efficiently. Their culture is built on strong values centered around customer success ownership continuous improvement and collaboration. They balance high performance and accountability with a team-oriented environment. As they continue to scale they are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized professional to strengthen their financial operations.
Job Summary
The AR/AP Specialist plays a key role in managing accounts payable and accounts receivable functions while contributing to broader accounting and administrative needs. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles excellent attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers with accuracy and consistency
Process invoices payments and credit memos in a timely manner
Research and resolve discrepancies related to customer or vendor accounts
Send invoice reminders statements and follow up on outstanding balances
Collaborate with accounting and operations teams to ensure data accuracy and integrity
Assist with month-end quarter-end and year-end reconciliations
Maintain and organize vendor and customer records
Assist with onboarding new customers and vendors ensuring accurate documentation
Participate in preparation for audits financial reviews and compliance requests
Provide administrative assistance to other departments as needed
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting Business Administration or a related field
Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
Prior experience managing accounts payable and accounts receivable
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
Strong problem-solving abilities
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with accounting software particularly QuickBooks Online
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Ability to manage multiple tasks accurately in a fast-paced setting
Bonus Skills
Sales tax filing and reporting experience across multiple states
Knowledge of GAAP and experience applying it in daily accounting activities
Treasury management experience
Experience with ERP systems
Exposure to financial planning and analysis (FP&A)
$50000 - $65000 a year
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Business Continuity Planning
- Food Technology
- ABAP
- Import
- Electrical & Automation
- Adobe
About Company
Latitude Inc is an organization providing staffing solutions and government services for companies and public sector.
