What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Specialist position at JAS Recruitment?
Financial Specialist Position (AP, GL)
The Financial Specialist will work closely with the CFO to support general accounting operations, with a strong emphasis on Accounts Payable. Responsibilities will include full-cycle AP, invoice processing, PO matching, vendor management, payment processing, account reconciliations, month-end close support, and general ledger activities. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, proficient in Excel and accounting systems, and comfortable resolving discrepancies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Scope:
This is a full time permanent position offering a compensation range between 60k - 78k, dependent on candidate experience and education levels. This role offers a robust medical plan, 401k match and additional fringe benefits.
The Financial Specialist will work closely with the CFO to support general accounting operations, with a strong emphasis on Accounts Payable. Responsibilities will include full-cycle AP, invoice processing, PO matching, vendor management, payment processing, account reconciliations, month-end close support, and general ledger activities. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, proficient in Excel and accounting systems, and comfortable resolving discrepancies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Scope:
- Reviewing invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to processing
- Entering and uploading invoices into accounting software
- Processing invoices and check requests in an accurate and timely manner
- Maintaining invoice copies, purchase orders and approvals
- Researching and resolving invoice discrepancies and issues
- Communicating with vendors regarding payment status, invoice requests and inquiries as needed
- Providing supporting documentation for audits
- Assisting with month-end closing
- Researching and resolving accounts payable or accounts receivable issues with customers or vendors
- Updating and reconciling the sub-ledger to the general ledger
- Maintaining cash applications, account reconciliations and chargebacks
- AS Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or similar
- 3 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, AR/AP
- Experience using an ERP system
This is a full time permanent position offering a compensation range between 60k - 78k, dependent on candidate experience and education levels. This role offers a robust medical plan, 401k match and additional fringe benefits.