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Keep Our Business Running Smoothly Behind the Scenes
Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems, and ensuring employees and vendors are paid accurately and on time?
We are seeking an Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist to join our finance team. This role is responsible for managing accounts payable, processing weekly payroll, maintaining vendor relationships, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations across multiple affiliated companies.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys a variety of responsibilities within a collaborative team.
What You'll Do
Accounts Payable
- Process vendor invoices for multiple companies and locations.
- Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation.
- Research and resolve invoice discrepancies with Purchasing and Receiving teams.
- Obtain approvals and accurately code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
- Process domestic and overseas supplier invoices.
- Manage logistics and freight invoices.
- Process DMR transactions.
- Maintain vendor records and set up new suppliers.
- Prepare and process weekly check runs.
- Process ACH, wire, and electronic payments.
- Serve as a secondary bank approver.
- Maintain organized accounts payable records and year-end files.
Payroll Administration
- Process weekly payroll for multiple companies.
- Review employee hours, earnings, and deductions for accuracy.
- Maintain payroll records and employee payroll information.
- Process payroll-related changes including:
- New hires
- Terminations
- Pay rate changes
- Benefit deductions
- Balance payroll prior to submission.
- Respond to employee payroll questions and concerns.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and federal and state regulations.
Banking & Cash Management
- Process electronic payments.
- Assist with positive pay procedures.
- Support banking and cash management activities as needed.
Additional Responsibilities
- Cross-train with Accounting and Accounts Receivable team members.
- Assist with month-end closing activities.
- Support multiple affiliated companies through a shared-services accounting model.
- Partner with the Accounting Manager on special projects and process improvements.
- Provide accounting support as business needs require.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Experience in accounts payable and/or payroll administration.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of multi-company accounting operations.
- Experience with payroll processing systems and ERP/accounting software.
Why Join Us?
- Stable, growing company serving the marine and powersports industries.
- Collaborative team environment.
- Opportunity to work across multiple business functions.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Meaningful role supporting employees, vendors, and company operations.
If you're organized, dependable, and enjoy working with both accounting and payroll, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become a valued member of our finance team.
Salary : $55,000 - $67,000