Manufacturing Accounting Specialist - AP/AR Lead

Ghj; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm's manufacturing client, seeks an experienced Accounting Specialist to support its accounting team in Southern California. The role covers AP, AR, billing, cash applications, and reconciliations under a newly structured function.

Reporting to the Controller, you will collaborate with internal departments, customers, and vendors, ensure accurate invoicing and timely payments, and contribute to process improvements while building a long-term

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on accounting experience preferred, with exposure to AP and AR.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounts payable, billing, cash applications, and reconciliations.
• Experience with three-way matching, purchase orders, and vendor payments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems.
• Manufacturing, construction, distribution, or similar industry experience preferred.
• Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field is a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple accounting tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation.
• Process vendor invoices, prepare check runs, and ensure timely payments.
• Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and on schedule.
• Apply customer payments received through checks, ACH, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile customer and vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Process authorized credits, refunds, and account adjustments.
• Maintain accurate accounting records, vendor documentation, and payment information.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Receiving, and other departments to resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Support customer credit reviews and other accounting projects as needed.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Three-way matching

Excel

ERP systems

Manufacturing industry experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

ERP software

Job description

GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm's manufacturing client, seeks an experienced Accounting Specialist to support its accounting team in Southern California. The role covers AP, AR, billing, cash applications, and reconciliations under a newly structured function.

Reporting to the Controller, you will collaborate with internal departments, customers, and vendors, ensure accurate invoicing and timely payments, and contribute to process improvements while building a long-term