Accounting Associate - AP/AR & Bank Reconciliation

Behm Consulting LLC; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermach in Appleton, WI is seeking an Accounting Associate to manage AP, AR, bank reconciliation, and general accounting activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in accounting, a degree in accounting or finance, and strong Excel and ERP software skills. Join a growing team focused on accuracy, confidentiality, and collaborative problem solving.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and/or general accounting.
• Experience performing bank and account reconciliations.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices when applicable.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Maintain accurate vendor records.
• Research and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies.
• Monitor vendor accounts to ensure payments are current.
• Assist with vendor audits and information requests.
• Generate and distribute customer invoices.
• Apply customer payments and maintain accurate customer account records.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Maintain customer account information and credit documentation.
• Support collection activities while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for company accounts.
• Research and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and accounting records.
• Monitor daily cash activity and account balances.
• Record and reconcile electronic payments, deposits, and transfers.
• Assist with cash flow reporting and forecasting.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Prepare financial and operational reports as requested.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Follow company accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist with accounting process improvements and special projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Epicor ERP

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Thermach is a leading manufacturer of thermal spray equipment, precision parts, and custom turnkey solutions, helping manufacturers around the world improve performance, durability, and productivity. For more than 25 years, Thermach has built its reputation on engineering excellence, innovation, and exceptional customer service, providing high-quality solutions for the aerospace, energy, transportation, medical, and manufacturing industries. With a commitment to quality, advanced manufacturing, and continuous improvement, Thermach offers employees the opportunity to make an impact while working with cutting-edge technology. Behm Consulting, LLC is proud to partner with Thermach in the search for talented professionals who are ready to build a rewarding career with an industry leader.

Thermach is a growing company seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Associate to manage key Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and bank reconciliation functions.

This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions on a timely basis, reconciling accounts, and supporting the company's overall accounting operations. The ideal candidate is a dependable accounting professional who can work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and thrive in a fast-paced business environment.

What You'll Do

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices when applicable.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Maintain accurate vendor records.
• Research and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies.
• Monitor vendor accounts to ensure payments are current.
• Assist with vendor audits and information requests.

Accounts Receivable

• Generate and distribute customer invoices.
• Apply customer payments and maintain accurate customer account records.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Maintain customer account information and credit documentation.
• Support collection activities while maintaining positive customer relationships.

Bank Reconciliation & Cash Management

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for company accounts.
• Research and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and accounting records.
• Monitor daily cash activity and account balances.
• Record and reconcile electronic payments, deposits, and transfers.
• Assist with cash flow reporting and forecasting.

General Accounting

• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Prepare financial and operational reports as requested.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Follow company accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist with accounting process improvements and special projects.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and/or general accounting.
• Experience performing bank and account reconciliations.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Payroll experience is a plus.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems such as Epicor, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Experience working in a high-volume transaction environment.
• Manufacturing or industrial company experience is a plus.

Key Skills

• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Bank Reconciliation
• Account Reconciliation
• General Accounting
• Cash Management
• Invoicing & Cash Applications
• Microsoft Excel
• ERP/Accounting Systems
• Financial Reporting

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who takes ownership of their work and can be trusted to maintain accurate financial information. The successful candidate will be organized, dependable, analytical, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who wants to play an important role in a growing company and have responsibility across AP, AR, cash management, reconciliations, and general accounting.

Thermach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.