AR/AP Clerk

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented AR/AP Clerk to support the full transactional accounting cycle. This is a cross-functional role designed to be fully interchangeable across accounts receivable and accounts payable. The right candidate is comfortable working both sides and can shift priorities as business needs require.Minimum Qualifications:Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred; equivalent work experience considered2–4 years of hands-on AR and/or AP experience; exposure to both functions strongly preferredExperience working in an ERP system required; Acumatica experience a plusProficiency in Microsoft Excel and OutlookHigh accuracy in transaction processing, account reconciliation, and data entryProfessional written and verbal communication skills for vendor and customer interactionsDependable, organized, and team-oriented with a willingness to flex across functions Essential Job Functions:Generate and distribute accurate customer invoices based on shipment confirmations and sales ordersMonitor AR aging and follow up on outstanding balances through professional written and verbal communicationPost customer payments (checks, ACH, wire) and apply cash receipts accurately to customer accountsResearch and resolve billing discrepancies, short payments, and customer disputes in coordination with Sales and Customer ServicePrepare AR reports and aging summaries for management review; assist with AR reconciliations and month-end closeReceive, review, and process vendor invoices ensuring proper coding, approval, and three-way match to PO and receipt where applicableSchedule and process vendor payments via check, ACH, and wire in accordance with payment termsMaintain vendor master records and respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoice and payment statusReconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies; assist with AP month-end close activitiesRecord transactions accurately and timely in Acumatica ERP, maintaining clean and consistent data entrySupport the Controller and Senior Accountant with documentation requests for audit, tax, and management reportingCross-train on both AR and AP functions and serve as backup coverage as neededOther duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferredIntermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel and OutlookAcumatica ERP experience a plus; other mid-market ERP (NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage) consideredUnderstanding of basic accounting principles and the AR/AP cycleHigh attention to detail and accuracy in a high-volume transactional environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external stakeholder interactionsAbility to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and operate with a high degree of integrityCollaborative team player willing to flex across functions based on business needsPhysical Abilities (ex: standing, pulling, include duration):Ability to work at a desk and computer workstation for extended periodsStandard office environment; no heavy lifting or physical requirements beyond normal office work