<p>A growing manufacturing company in the Charlotte area is looking to add an <strong>Accounting Clerk / AP Specialist</strong> to their tight‑knit finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is motivated, eager to learn, and excited about building a long-term career in accounting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why this role is exciting</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Stable industry + strong team</strong> (you’ll work closely with an Accounting Manager and Financial Analyst)</li><li><strong>Clear growth path</strong> — offering a natural internal step-up for the right person</li><li><strong>Hands-on, well-rounded accounting exposure</strong> across AP, AR, reporting, and vendor/customer interaction</li></ul><p><strong>What They’re Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Someone <strong>motivated, curious, and quick to learn</strong></li><li>Well-rounded accounting experience (AP & AR), <strong>or</strong> a recent accounting graduate with strong fundamentals</li><li>Comfortable pitching in where needed — including <strong>occasional phone coverage</strong> at the front desk</li><li>Strong Excel skills (pivot tables); familiarity with ERP systems helpful</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Accounts Payable & Financial Processing</strong></p><ul><li>Review, process, and post invoices accurately</li><li>Match invoices to packing slips</li><li>Obtain approvals and enter raw material invoices</li><li>Park invoices pending approval</li><li>Print checks + process ACH payments</li><li>Upload payment files to the bank</li><li>Match checks to invoices & prepare remittances</li><li>Assist with cash forecasts</li><li>Prepare month-end accruals and recurring invoice schedules</li><li>Reconcile credit card and bank accounts</li><li>Complete general ledger and subledger reconciliations</li><li>Provide ad hoc financial research & analysis</li></ul><p><strong>Vendor Relations</strong></p><ul><li>Respond to vendor inquiries</li><li>Set up and update vendor records</li><li>Encourage vendors to transition to ACH</li><li>Review vendor statements for missing invoices</li><li>Maintain strong, timely vendor relationships</li></ul><p><strong>Accounts Receivable & Customer Support</strong></p><ul><li>Review aging reports and perform weekly collections calls</li><li>Post and reconcile daily AR transactions</li><li>Follow up on past-due accounts</li><li>Prepare monthly AR and trade reports</li><li>Maintain accurate customer account records</li><li>Provide professional, timely customer communication</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance & Confidentiality</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality in all financial processes</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting systems & workflows</li><li>Handle other tasks as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
