What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Accountant, Accounts Receivable Accountant position at McPherson Manufacturing Corp?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the full cycle of accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and supporting overall financial health. Your expertise will help streamline payment workflows, enhance data accuracy, and uphold the integrity of our financial records. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced organization committed to excellence in financial management.
Responsibilities
- Process and verify invoices using various financial software
- Manage accounts payable workflows, including vendor setup, invoice approval, payment scheduling, and reconciliation of supplier statements.
- Oversee accounts receivable functions by issuing invoices, tracking payments, and following up on overdue accounts with professionalism and persistence.
- Perform account reconciliations for general ledger accounts related to payables and receivables, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintain detailed records of all transactions while ensuring compliance with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) controls for financial reporting integrity.
- Utilize Excel data analysis skills—including formulas like VLOOKUP—to support audit readiness and financial reporting accuracy.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Assist in month-end closing activities by preparing journal entries related to payables and receivables, supporting audit processes with detailed documentation.
- Support automation initiatives in accounts payable processes to improve efficiency
- Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion while maintaining high standards of data entry accuracy.
Experience
- Proven accounting experience with a focus on accounts payable and receivable functions within a corporate or public accounting environment.
- Strong understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and financial compliance standards.
- Hands-on experience working with financial software such as QuickBooks, Sage, PeopleSoft, or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Demonstrated ability to perform detailed account reconciliation, journal entries, and double-entry bookkeeping accurately.
- Skilled in Excel data analysis including formulas like VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and advanced spreadsheet functions for reporting purposes.
- Familiarity with payroll management systems such as ADP or UltiPro is preferred.
- Knowledge of internal controls related to SOX compliance is highly desirable.
- Excellent organizational skills combined with strong analysis capabilities to identify discrepancies quickly and resolve issues efficiently.
Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to precision in financial operations! Your expertise will directly impact our organization’s success by ensuring reliable financial data management while supporting continuous process improvements in a collaborative environment.
Pay: $30,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30,000 - $50,000