AP/AR Specialist

Cogent Analytics; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial organization in Maryland seeks an AP/AR Specialist to ensure accurate financial records, manage accounts payable and receivable, and prepare regular financial reports. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in Peachtree Sage 50 and MS Excel, alongside strong organizational and communication skills. Experience in managerial accounting and supporting small-to-mid-size businesses is essential. This role is key to maintaining financial clarity and supporting organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Experience with managerial accounting concepts.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience supporting small-to-mid-size business operations.
• Experience with customer service communications regarding A/R collections.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in Peachtree Sage 50.
• Record and reconcile daily financial transactions.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Prepare and distribute financial reports.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Maintain financial data in an audit-ready format.

Skills

Proficiency in Peachtree Sage 50

Proficiency in MS Excel

Strong understanding of accounting principles

High attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Clear communication skills

Ability to explain financial information

Job description

Our client is a growing organization committed to financial accuracy, transparency, and disciplined execution. This role supports leadership by ensuring the company’s financial records are reliable, timely, and decision-ready.

The AP/AR Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining financial clarity, tracking performance, and supporting the company’s continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in Peachtree Sage 50
• Record and reconcile daily financial transactions, including sales, purchases, receipts, payments
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare regular bank and account reconciliations for audit
• Ensure transactions are properly coded and supported with documentation
• Prepare and distribute financial reports on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities
• Identify discrepancies, trends, or concerns and elevate to management as needed
• Maintain financial data in a clear, organized, and audit‑ready format

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Peachtree Sage 50
• Proficiency in MS Excel
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and managerial/financial reporting
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with managerial accounting concepts
• Ability to explain financial information to non‑financial team members in plain language
• Experience supporting small‑to‑mid‑size business operations
• Experience with customer service communications regarding A/R collections

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