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Job Description: AP/AR Specialist
Who We Are: 42 Degrees Processing is a brand foundry that helps clients forge ideas into finished goods for the Michigan Cannabis Market. Our hardworking team takes a blue-collar, hands-on approach to crafting high-quality, tailor-made solutions for the brands we support. At 42°, we thrive in fast-paced environments, take pride in our craftsmanship, and operate with a mindset grounded in teamwork, accountability, and compliance.
Job Title: AP/AR Specialist
Reports to: Controller
Location: Kalkaska, MI
Salary Range: $50,000-$60,000 Annually
Schedule: Monday - Friday (In person)
Position Objective:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated AP/AR Specialist to join our finance & accounting team. This role manages full-cycle accounts payables and accounts receiveables, supports payroll processing/401k funding, and ensures accurate vendor and bank reconciliations. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in QuickBooks Online (QBO), with at least two years of hands-on use, and familiarity with ERP systems, inventory management, and payroll processes.
Essential Functions:
Accounts Payable (A/P)
- Enter, code, and process vendor invoices in QuickBooks Online (QBO) with accuracy and timeliness
- Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies in a professional, timely manner
- Onboard new vendors; maintain vendor master records; manage W-9 collection and 1099 reporting
- Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers
- Collaborate with the accounting team on process improvements and vendor management initiatives
Accounts Receivable (A/R)
- Post and reconcile A/R cash receipts
- Prepare monthly customer statements
- Assist with collections
Payroll
- Support payroll processing, including administration of the time & attendance module in the HRIS in support of managers
- Ensure timecards are submitted/approved and respond to basic employee payroll/timekeeping questions
- Review and administer monthly commissions in partnership with sales team
General Support Tasks
- Reconcile bank transactions and ensure accuracy of cash accounts
- Assist with month-end close through reconciliations and reporting
- File first reports of injury and coordinate workers’ compensation claims
- Administer/support food handlers’ certificates
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO) required
- Experience with ERP systems and inventory management strongly preferred
- Solid understanding of full-cycle A/P, vendor management, and 1099 compliance
- Knowledge of A/R, cash applications, and customer reconciliations
- Familiarity with payroll and timekeeping systems
- Understanding of confidentiality requirements and ability to handle sensitive employee information with discretion
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general accounting/HRIS systems
- Must pass background check per state cannabis regulations
42 Degrees Processing is committed to fairness and equality of opportunity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000