AR/AP Specialist | Bonus, PTO & 401(k)

LHH; New Jersey; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k

Job summary

LHH is seeking a hands-on Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Specialist to join its Finance & Accounting team in New Jersey. The role covers full AR/AP activities, vendor and customer interactions, and month-end close support.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of AR/AP or accounting experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with internal teams and external partners. 60k-75k + Bonus, PTO, 401k.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of AR, AP or general accounting experience
• Experience handling both AR and AP is preferred
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and AR/AP processes
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve discrepancies
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related area is preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounts receivable and accounts payable activities.
• Prepare customer invoices and monitor outstanding receivables.
• Follow up on past-due balances and assist with collections.
• Apply customer payments and research billing or payment discrepancies.
• Review, code and process vendor invoices and ensure appropriate approvals.
• Prepare vendor payments and monitor upcoming payment obligations.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate customer and vendor records.
• Process and reconcile employee expense reports and company credit card activity.
• Assist with month-end close, including AR/AP reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Support internal and external audit requests.
• Assist with accounting system enhancements and process improvements.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen efficiency, accuracy and internal controls.
• Provide additional accounting support as needed

Skills

AR/AP ownership

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

ERP system

Job description

LHH is seeking a hands-on Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Specialist to join its Finance & Accounting team in New Jersey. The role covers full AR/AP activities, vendor and customer interactions, and month-end close support.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of AR/AP or accounting experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with internal teams and external partners. 60k-75k + Bonus, PTO, 401k.