Accounts Payable & Receivable Specialist (AP/AR)

Accounts Payable & Receivable Specialist (AP/AR)Custom Manufacturing & Engineering, Inc. (CME) is seeking a detail-oriented and accountable Accounts Payable & Receivable Specialist to support daily financial operations and maintain accurate financial records.This role is responsible for processing payables and receivables, maintaining clean and accurate records, and assisting with reconciliations and issue resolution. The position plays an important role in ensuring CME's financial data is reliable, complete, and properly documented.All payments require proper documentation and verification, including 3-way matching where applicable. This role serves as a key control point in protecting CME's financial integrity.Core ResponsibilitiesAccounts Payable (AP)Process vendor invoices accurately and on timePerform 3-way matching (invoice, purchase order, and receiving documentation) prior to paymentEnsure all invoices are properly supported, approved, and aligned with company records before release of fundsIdentify discrepancies (pricing, quantities, duplicate invoices, missing documentation) and resolve prior to paymentMaintain organized and complete AP records with full audit trailAccounts Receivable (AR)Generate and issue customer invoices accurately and timelyApply incoming payments correctly to customer accountsTrack outstanding balances and assist with collections follow-upInvestigate and resolve billing discrepancies, short pays, and disputesReconciliation & AccuracyAssist with account reconciliations (vendor, customer, bank, and GL accounts)Research and resolve discrepancies, including identifying prior payments or missing entriesExperience in identifying and resolving discrepancies independently is required.Ensure all transactions are properly recorded, traceable, and supportedMaintain documentation in an audit-ready conditionFinancial Controls & Risk AwarenessFollow strict financial controls to ensure all payments are accurate, authorized, and properly documentedIdentify and escalate potential fraud, phishing attempts, or suspicious vendor communicationsVerify changes to vendor payment information through established validation proceduresMaintain awareness of common fraud schemes (fake invoices, payment diversion, duplicate billing)Ensure compliance with company approval and documentation requirements at all timesAccountability & ExpectationsThis role represents CME's financial interests firstNo payments are processed without proper documentation, verification, and approvalResponsible for identifying and preventing errors, duplicate payments, and unauthorized transactionsMust be comfortable identifying discrepancies and following through on correctionsWhat Success Looks LikeTransactions are accurate, complete, and timelyRecords are organized, traceable, and audit-readyDiscrepancies are identified early and resolved fullyIssues are solved-not passed alongQualifications24 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or bookkeepingWorking knowledge of GAAPExperience with reconciliation and discrepancy resolutionProficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft ExcelERP experience (Deltek Costpoint preferred)Strong attention to detail and organizational skillsClear and professional communication skillsCompensation & GrowthSalary: $58,000 $65,000Opportunity to grow into expanded responsibilities within accounting/financeExposure to full-cycle AP/AR and financial operationsHiring ProcessCandidates will complete assessments and a short practical exercise who advanceEligibility NoticeITAR/EAR compliance required. U.S. Person status required. Verified through E-VerifyAbout CMETampa Bay-based aerospace/defense manufacturer with ~30 years supporting DoD and commercial customers. EOS-driven culture focused on accountability and execution.CME has delivered thousands of mission-critical systems and components, including Tactical Power Supplies, Air Data Test Sets, and complex cable assemblies for major defense platforms. The company operates in a highly regulated, quality-driven environment (AS9100 and ISO 9001), requiring disciplined processes, accuracy, and strong internal controls across all functions.