Accounts Receivable and Payable Specialist

Overview

This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations, focusing on accounts receivable, accounts payable, vendor management, and maintaining clear visibility of cash inflows and outflows. The position requires meticulous attention to detail, strong accounting knowledge, and the ability to ensure accuracy and predictability in financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts receivable and accounts payable cycles
• Maintain accurate vendor records and support payment processes
• Keep bookkeeping current and organized
• Perform reconciliations and support month-end close activities
• Maintain forward-looking cash flow visibility and projections
• Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and audit-ready
• Identify and improve process reliability and efficiency
• Communicate professionally with vendors, customers, and internal teams
• Flag financial issues early to support informed leadership decisions

Requirements

• Strong practical knowledge of day-to-day accounting principles
• Experience operating independently in QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software
• Proven ownership of A/R and A/P processes with sound judgment and follow-through
• Ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies across multiple systems
• Comfortable working with bill-pay platforms and workflow automation tools (e.g., Zapier, Power Automate, Make) is a plus
• Understanding of how daily financial activities impact cash flow and timing risks
• Ability to manage a high volume of transactions accurately under deadlines
• Clear and professional communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced business with high transaction volume and multiple systems
• Familiarity with workflow and automation tools to improve financial processes

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $48,000 - $55,000 per year
• Competitive compensation with bonus potential
• Two weeks of paid time off
• Opportunities to participate in company trips

Location

• This is a remote, home-based position
• Candidates must have a reliable home office setup including PC, printer, phone, and dual monitors
• Reliable high-speed internet connection
• A quiet, dedicated workspace (not suitable for coffee shops, kitchens, or living rooms)

Application Instructions

To be considered for this role, please submit the following:

• Cover letter
• PDF of your resume
• A 3-minute video introduction explaining who you are and why you are a good fit for this position

Applications missing any of these components will not be reviewed.