AP/AR Specialist - Resource Center - Full Time

We are a cooperative; cooperation is at the heart of everything we do. At our Co-op, we believe cooperation means creating space for everyone. We strive to bring individuals together from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and life experiences to achieve shared goals. We practice kindness and foster a workplace where respect, acceptance, equity, honesty, and belonging are more than values, they are lived every day.

Why? Because connection strengthens us. It helps us build the ecosystem we want to work in and be part of.

And…because kindness matters! Kindness nurtures community, and communities thrive when we all work together. If you’re passionate about community and making a difference, we’d love to work with you.

Position Overview:

The AR/AP Specialist is responsible for daily accounting functions of Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable including recording bank and credit card deposits, application of payment received to member accounts, field customers and vendor inquiries, process monthly accounts receivable statements, post vendor invoices, process weekly vendor checks, and other duties as necessary. 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable:

1. Research vendor inquiries and communicate findings to Vendor/AP Manager
2. Sending invoices to proper location for authorization
3. Input invoices into electronic accounting system
4. Enter manual payments to vendors

Accounts Receivable:

1. Research Accounts Receivable inquiries
2. Process monthly Accounts Receivable statements
3. Research customer inquiries and communicate findings with AP Manager
4. Maintain and process bad debt
5. Process coupons for reimbursement
6. Record journal entries for:
   1.  cash transfers
   2.  daily deposits
   3.  change orders
   4.  credit cards entries

Required Skills/Experience and Attributes:

1. At least an Associate’s degree in business or accounting, or commensurate work experience;
2. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Word and PowerPoint;
3. Efficient time management skills;
4. Strong attention to detail, including data entry skills;
5. Comfortable using computerized accounting systems;
6. Ability to work as a member of a team;
7. High degree of confidentiality;
8. Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics GP General Ledger a plus.
9. Excellent organizational skills
10. Ability to prioritize and re-prioritize one’s work as needed

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds. We share a common passion for our member-owned Co-op, communities, and for improving people's lives.

Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of one’s identity. Every point of view helps shape our success, and fostering inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

Salary : $21 - $31