AP/AR Clerk

Accelerate Talent Group; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelerate Talent Group is seeking an Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Clerk for a manufacturing client in Rockford, IL. This role supports the finance team and handles both A/P and A/R processes, coordinating with multiple departments to ensure accurate, timely financial transactions.

This onsite, full-time, direct hire position offers competitive pay and benefits. Responsibilities include processing invoices, payments, reconciliations, aging reports, and coordinating with vendors and

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Accounts Payable, Accounting, or related roles; some A/R experience required
• Associate degree in Accounting/Business Admin or related field is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing invoices and payments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software

Responsibilities

• Collect and organize invoices, statements, and payment documents
• Verify approvals for payables and status of invoices
• Process daily postings in the accounting system and prepare vendor checks
• Prepare wire/ACH payment lists and reports for supervisor review
• Assist with reconciling credit card transactions and provide support
• Apply customer payments and maintain A/R sub-ledgers
• Deposit incoming checks on schedule
• Generate A/P and A/R aging reports and follow up on delinquent accounts
• Respond to inquiries from vendors, customers, and internal departments
• Coordinate with departments to resolve discrepancies and provide documentation
• Assist with bank reconciliations and maintain electronic records
• Sort and distribute incoming mail; complete additional accounting tasks

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Position Title: AP / AR Clerk Wage: $23.00 - $25.00/hour

Our manufacturing client in Rockford, IL is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Clerk to support their finance team. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys managing both A/P and A/R processes, coordinating with multiple departments, and ensuring accurate, timely financial transactions. This is a fully onsite, full-time, direct hire position that offers a very competitive pay and benefits package.

AP / AR Clerk Responsibilities:

• Collect and organize all invoices, bills, statements, payment documents, and credit card support records
• Verify and obtain required approvals for all payables and confirm status of pending invoices
• Process daily postings in the accounting system; prepare and mail vendor checks and correspondence
• Prepare wire/ACH payment lists and positive pay reports for supervisor review
• Assist with reconciling credit card transactions and provide credit card information support to employees
• Apply customer payments promptly and accurately; help maintain A/R sub-ledgers
• Deposit incoming checks on a scheduled basis
• Generate A/P and A/R aging reports, identify overdue or delinquent accounts, and ensure timely follow-up or payment processing
• Respond to inquiries from vendors, customers, the sales team, and internal employees
• Coordinate with various departments to resolve discrepancies or provide needed documentation
• Assist with bank reconciliations as required
• Scan, print, and maintain organized A/P and A/R digital folders and historical records
• Sort and distribute incoming mail to the appropriate departments
• Complete additional accounting or administrative tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements for AP / AR Clerk:

• 3+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, Accounting, or related administrative roles; some A/R experience required
• Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field a plus
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing invoices and payments
• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Effective communication skills for interacting with vendors, customers, and internal departments
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment