AR/AP Accountant: Automation-Driven Process Improver

Best Brands Consumer Products Inc

Edison (NJ)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Best Brands Consumer Products Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to join the Finance team as AR/AP Specialist. You will support month-end close, reconciliations, and maintain the accuracy of receivables and payables workflows, driving efficiency through automation.

Key responsibilities include daily cash application, collections support, vendor invoicing, and assisting with audits. Growth opportunities exist as processes modernize and technology is leveraged to enhance

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
2+ years of accounting experience, AR experience a plus.
Proficiency with Excel and ERP/billing/finance systems.
Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
Experience in a wholesale, retail, or consumer products environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

Own daily cash application, posting 20–30 customer deposits weekly and resolving unapplied cash, short payments, and chargebacks.
Monitor customer aging and support collections efforts.
Serve as liaison between Accounting, Sales, and Operations for new customer onboarding and timely issue resolution.
Prepare regular AR reporting and support AR reserve & allowance analysis.
Monitor the AP inbox and process ~30 OpEx vendor invoices weekly with accurate coding and timely approvals.
Onboard new AP vendors, obtain 1099 information, and confirm payment details.
Coordinate with third-party team on inventory-related payables.
Identify opportunities to streamline AR & AP workflows and modernize file retention.
Support month-end close with journal entries and GL/bank reconciliations.
Assist with annual financial statement audit and participate in process improvements.