Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Coordinator is responsible for supporting daily accounting operations with a primary focus on Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and purchasing support activities. This position works closely with accounting, purchasing, operations, and vendors to ensure accurate transaction processing, timely payments, customer invoicing, and efficient procurement support.

This role is well suited for an early-career accounting or finance professional seeking to build experience in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices and maintain accurate records.
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
• Assist with payment processing and vendor inquiries.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.

Accounts Receivable

• Generate customer invoices and apply incoming payments.
• Monitor customer accounts and assist with collections activities.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Reconcile customer accounts and maintain accurate records.

Purchasing Support

• Create and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Communicate with vendors regarding order status, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Track open purchase orders and follow up as needed.
• Maintain purchasing documentation and records.
• Support procurement and cost-control initiatives.

General Accounting Support

• Assist with account reconciliations and month-end activities.
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support audit requests and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in accounting, AP, AR, purchasing, bookkeeping, or finance support.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• ERP experience preferred (SAP, Plex, NetSuite, Dynamics, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.