Accounting Associate III

Sysco; Northwood (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco in Northwood, Ohio, is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support the finance team with invoice processing, posting payments, and related AR duties. The role emphasizes accuracy, reconciliation, and collaboration with the sales group to resolve discrepancies.

You will scan and file invoices, apply cash receipts, generate AR statements, and assist with monthly reporting. This entry-level position requires basic accounting knowledge and strong Excel skills, with opportunities to grow

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s or Associates degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
• Experience: Entry level position; 1 year accounting knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, reconcile and process all customer invoices.
• Correct/resolve invoice discrepancies/issues.
• Reconcile short pays and skipped invoices
• Scan/File all customer invoices
• Apply cash/checks to customer accounts
• Print, email customer A/R statements
• Prepare A/R reporting (monthly, ad hoc)
• Collaborate with sales team on reconciling customer balances and collections
• Assist with all aspects of accounting and finance as needed
• Other tasks assigned by financial lead.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Customer communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Finance or Accounting Preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

This position is a support function within the overall finance department. This position is responsible for processing and posting of customer invoices and payments and other related A/R (Accounts Receivable) functions as well as other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive, reconcile and process all customer invoices.
• Correct/resolve invoice discrepancies/issues.
• Reconcile short pays and skipped invoices
• Scan/File all customer invoices
• Apply cash/checks to customer accounts
• Print, email customer A/R (Accounts Receivable) Statements
• Prepare A/R (Accounts Receivable) reporting. (monthly, ad hoc, etc)
• Collaborate regularly with sales team in reconciling customer balances and on collection efforts
• Assist with all aspects of the accounting and finance departments as needed
• Other tasks assigned by financial lead.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High School Diploma
• Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Finance or Accounting Preferred

Experience

• Entry level position
• 1 year accounting knowledge preferred

Professional Skills

• Proficient computer skills with emphasis on Word and Excel (Excel skills highly valuable).
• Strong comfort level interacting with both customers and sales
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Must be able to analyze data and draw logical conclusions and recommendations from the data

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