What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable & Receivable Specialist position at Crosstown Plumbing?
Crosstown Plumbing is a successful plumbing store located in East Orange, NJ. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced AR/AP Specialist with leadership experience to join our team. This position is responsible for processing accounts receivable and payable functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing of all transactions, and managing seamless interaction between our company, suppliers, and clients.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with at least three (3) years of financial experience, including management responsibilities, to contribute to a growing organization that values accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration.
If you have experience in accounting, we encourage you to apply today!
Why you should join us:
- Competitive salary range between $55,000-$60,000
- Robust health benefits
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 401k program
- Annual holiday party
What you'll do:
- Oversee the full accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring timely collections, accurate vendor
- Manage the invoice-to-cash and procure-to-pay cycles, maintaining compliance.
- Analyze and reconcile financial statements, ledgers, and reports to identify discrepancies, particularly in inventory, supplier credits, and customer billing.
- Collaborate with sales, warehouse, and purchasing teams to resolve billing issues, improve efficiency, and strengthen financial controls.
- Prepare and present AR/AP reports, including cash flow projections and aging analyses, while supporting audits and month-end close activities.
- Ability to work weekends as needed for coverage.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience managing full-cycle AR and AP, including invoicing, payment processing, reconciliations, and collections.
- Strong understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and best practices in wholesale distribution and inventory-based businesses.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
- Experience with ERP systems tailored to inventory management and supply chain finance (e.g., Epicor, Sage, or other industry-specific software) preferred.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders.
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
- Experience in wholesale distribution, plumbing supplies, or construction-related finance.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We believe in fostering a diverse workforce and providing equal opportunities for all individuals to succeed.
Salary : $55 - $60
