Full-Time Bookkeeper: AP & AR Specialist

Forum Contract Manufacturing; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Forum Contract Manufacturing is seeking a reliable Full-Time Bookkeeper to support our accounting department with day-to-day AP and AR activities. The right candidate will have hands-on accounting experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting the team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key duties include processing invoices, matching PO/invoice data, reconciling statements, and assisting with month-end close.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bookkeeping and AP/AR experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Experience with accounting or ERP systems.
• Proficiency with Excel and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Review invoices for proper approvals and coding.
• Enter invoices into the accounting/ERP system.
• Assist with weekly check runs and vendor payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoices and payment status.
• Maintain organized AP records and supporting documentation.
• Prepare and issue customer invoices.
• Apply customer payments and maintain AR records.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and assist with collection efforts.
• Follow up on past-due balances.
• Research and resolve payment/invoice discrepancies.
• Assist with customer account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate customer records and documentation.
• Assist with bank and account reconciliations.
• Support month-end closing activities.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation.
• Collaborate with accounting staff to meet deadlines.
• Provide coverage to other accounting functions as needed.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

2+ years bookkeeping

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

basic accounting principles

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

attention to detail

organizational skills

prioritization

communication skills

independence with team collaboration

manufacturing experience is a plus

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Forum Contract Manufacturing is seeking a reliable Full-Time Bookkeeper to support our accounting department with day-to-day AP and AR activities. The right candidate will have hands-on accounting experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting the team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key duties include processing invoices, matching PO/invoice data, reconciling statements, and assisting with month-end close.