Accounting Specialist

Kforce Inc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable/Receivable Associate to join their dynamic team. This role involves preparing payment reports, processing invoices, and ensuring timely cash applications. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in AP/AR, strong proficiency in Excel, and excellent communication skills. You'll be part of a supportive environment that values teamwork and motivation, contributing to the financial health of a company recognized for its commitment to employee development and comprehensive benefits. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid sick leave

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of AP/AR experience required.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily payment reports and monitor A/P mailbox.
• Process AP transactions and assist in annual audit preparation.

Skills

AP/AR experience

Proficient computer skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Motivation

Organizational skills

Tools

Excel

ERP system

Job description

This range is provided by Kforce Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$24.00/hr - $28.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily payment reports from previously submitted A/P vouchers
• Monitor A/P centralized mailbox to ensure all incoming invoices are processed in a timely manner
• Daily cash application in ERP system
• Process AP transactions through ERP system - understand functionality and workflow
• Perform daily cash disbursement reconciliations between bank and ERP system
• Follow-up with suppliers on remit questions
• Confirm supplier payment bank instruction requests
• Prepare checks through bank check processing portal
• Assist in annual audit preparation by pulling A/P documents requested
• Help with AR collections and payment matching
• Follow up with customers regarding AR disputes and assist with resolutions

Requirements

• 1-2+ years of AP/AR experience is required
• General office experience is desirable
• Proficient computer skills, including proficiency in Excel
• Communication skills - expresses ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively; listens to and responds appropriately to others
• Teamwork - works effectively within the department and across departments, as a pro-active team member; Works with co-workers to accomplish organizational and service goals
• Motivation - self-starter willing to pro-actively assist others when necessary in completing activities
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in completing tasks
• Well-organized - maintains appropriate, detailed records, files

Additional Information

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Mining and Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing