Accounting Specialist

Position Title: Accounting Specialist (GL / AP / AR)
Location: Montgomery, Alabama (onsite)

Pay: $50,000 - $65,000 DOE Benefits

Position Summary

We are seeking a mid-level Accounting Specialist to support core accounting operations including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable (no payroll responsibilities). This role will own key transactional workflows, maintain accurate records, and support timely month-end accounting activities for a distribution-centric environment.

Required Qualifications

• 3–6 years of hands-on experience across GL AP AR (combined scope required).
• Working knowledge of core accounting processes and internal controls.
• Strong Excel skills (sorting, pivot tables, lookups; comfort with large datasets).
• Experience working in an ERP/accounting system environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through; able to manage deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Haves)

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in distribution, warehousing, automotive parts, manufacturing, or similar operational settings (inventory-adjacent environments).
• Experience supporting month-end close beyond basic AP/AR processing.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger (GL)

• Prepare and post journal entries; maintain accurate supporting documentation.
• Assist with month-end close activities (reconciliations, schedules, accrual support).
• Perform account reconciliations (e.g., cash, AR, AP, prepaid/expense accounts) and resolve variances.

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely; validate coding and approvals.
• Maintain vendor master data and respond to vendor inquiries.
• Support weekly/biweekly payment runs and ensure proper documentation and controls.

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Create and process customer invoices/credit memos as required.
• Apply cash receipts and research short-pays/deductions.
• Support collections follow-up and customer account reconciliations.

Controls, Reporting, and Cross-Functional Support

• Maintain organized accounting files and audit-ready support.
• Partner with warehouse/operations and customer service to resolve billing, credit, and invoice issues.
• Produce routine accounting reports and ad-hoc analysis in Excel as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Experience:

• General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable: 3 years (Required)
• accounting processes and internal controls: 3 years (Required)
• warehousing and distribution operation: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $65,000