Accounting Specialist

Bankers Financial Corporation; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bankers Financial Corporation is seeking an accounts receivable and accounts payable specialist in Saint Petersburg, FL. The role handles daily AR/AP operations, posting deposits, batch reconciliations, and month-end close for AR and AP, with emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

Ideal candidates bring 2–5 years of AR experience and some AP exposure, plus solid written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of Accounts Receivable experience.
• Accounts Payable experience is desirable.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workflow.
• Experience with computer hardware and software.

Responsibilities

• Process and post daily lockbox and wire remittance deposits to customer accounts and invoices.
• Reconcile batches and perform month-end close of the AR Cash Book.
• Interface with banks to resolve batch or returned ACH/check issues.
• Escalate unresolved AR issues and track to final resolution.
• Process daily check payment files from Accounts Payable.
• Process daily positive pay files to the bank and manage setup and monitoring.
• Assist the Wire desk with approval of wires.
• Assist with audits and special projects as needed.
• Review and process various AP transactions including vendor invoices and check requests.
• Code invoices and expense reports with correct codes.
• Prepare batch check runs and ACH transactions.
• Prepare and review month-end closing reports for AP.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Prioritization

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary of Job Duties:This role handles day-to-day operational activities of accounts receivable and accounts payable functions and ensures transactions are recorded promptly and accurately in accordance with internal accounting policies. Accounts Receivable functions: Process and post daily lockbox and wire remittance deposits to the appropriate customer account and invoices, ensuring reconciliation of the batch. Month end close of the A/R Cash Book module. Interface with bank and resolve any batch or returned ACH/ check issues. Escalate unresolved A/R issues, tracking to final resolution. Process daily check payment files received from Accounts Payable department. Process daily positive pay files to the bank, including set-up, monitoring and problem resolution related to this function. Assist the Wire desk with approval of wires. Assist with audit requests from internal and external auditors and regulatory examiners. Assist with special projects as needed.Accounts Payable functions: Review and process various types of accounts payable transactions including data entry of vendor invoices, check requests and manual payments processed electronically. Code such items as invoices, expense reports, check requests etc. with correct codes conforming to standard procedures to ensure proper entry into the financial system. Prepare batch check runs and ACH transactions. Responsible for preparation and review of month end closing reports to ensure accurate processing of all invoices prior to month end close.Required Skills and Experience:High School diploma or equivalent2-5 years of Accounts Receivable ExperienceAccounts Payable Experience is desirableAttention to detail and accuracyStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong experience with computer hardware and softwareAbility to multitask and prioritize work flowThe preceding position description has been designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed, the level of knowledge and skills typically required, and the usual working conditions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive, complete, or exclusive list of the duties of the position. Additional and different duties may be assigned from time to time. We are an E-Verify company.Bankers Financial Corporation and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.Employment with Bankers Financial Corporation and its subsidiaries is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice. Employment may also be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and/or drug screening, where applicable. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.