Shared Services Accounting Analyst — AR/AP & Ops Support

Gast; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Gast Manufacturing, a unit of IDEX Corporation, seeks a Shared Services Analyst to coordinate and execute core AR/AP processes. You will collaborate with Customer Service, Sales, Procurement, Operations, and Finance to resolve discrepancies and support month-end close.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, automation, and cross-training across AR and AP to enhance efficiency and stakeholder service.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in process improvement, automation, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience supporting month-end close and audit activities.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Oracle JDE Edwards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end AR activities including credit assessment, collections, cash application, and customer account maintenance.
• Coordinate end-to-end AP activities including invoice processing, discrepancy resolution, and payment execution.
• Assist with month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and standardize processes.
• Support cross-training to gain proficiency in both AR and AP workflows.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship management

Independent problem solving

Teamwork

Cross-training mindset

Process improvement

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Oracle JDE Edwards ERP

Job description

Gast Manufacturing, a unit of IDEX Corporation, seeks a Shared Services Analyst to coordinate and execute core AR/AP processes. You will collaborate with Customer Service, Sales, Procurement, Operations, and Finance to resolve discrepancies and support month-end close.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, automation, and cross-training across AR and AP to enhance efficiency and stakeholder service.