Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Specialist
SpecChem, LLC supplies the concrete distribution network with high-quality construction chemicals that deliver performance and value to the industry.
We are seeking a candidate for a full-time Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Specialist to work on-site in our corporate headquarters located in Kansas City, MO.
The ideal candidate for this position has outstanding attention to detail, problem-solving, and people skills, thinks innovatively, and constantly strives for excellence and improvement. The Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Specialist assists the accounting team with the company’s accounting and financial functions and responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience (Preferred).
- Familiar with accounting for multiple related companies, multiple divisions/departments, and consolidations. A background in industrial distribution and/or manufacturing is preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP or SAP Business One is a plus).
- Advanced to Expert working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel).
- Strong ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in written form.
- Ability to work in a team environment and interact with employees in all departments and functions.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable / Cash Receipts
- Review bank deposit activity each morning using online banking. This includes downloading all supporting data for ACH deposits, credit card receipts, lockbox receipts, and wire transfers.
- Record deposits in the system (apply to A/R and other miscellaneous receipts).
- Note and research any discrepancies in amounts paid versus billed.
- Prepare manual deposits from checks received in the mail.
- Maintain client information in the system (address changes, sales tax status, etc.).
- Field phone calls and emails from customers with account questions.
- Run plant level AR Aging reports and assist with the collections process.
Accounts Payable
- Review vendor invoices – verify materials billed matches PO amounts and receiving receipts.
- Enter invoices in the system, date-stamp and file in vendor files.
- Review freight bills and distribute to appropriate personnel for approval before entering in the system.
- Prepare weekly check runs.
- Field phone calls and emails from vendors with account questions.
- Review monthly vendor statements and keep reconciled.
- Maintain vendor master files for accurate addresses and contact information.
- Prepare credit applications for vendors.
- Assist in researching invoicing discrepancies.
- Aid in developing process efficiencies related to AR and AP.
General Ledger
- Record journal entries as needed.
- Update various workpapers to reconcile general ledger account balances.
- Assist with month end closing.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform other duties and projects assigned.
- On an as-needed basis, perform back-up functions when co-workers are unavailable.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay and benefits package.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
- Positive and supportive work environment.
- Work hard and play hard environment that gives back to its community
Equal Opportunity Employer
SpecChem is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you need an accommodation during the application process, contact SpecChem HR.
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