We are looking for an Accounting Clerk (AP/AR) to support day-to-day receivables and payables activities for a manufacturing operation in the Kutztown, Pennsylvania area. This position plays an important role in keeping customer and vendor accounts accurate, current, and well documented while partnering with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain strong financial controls. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounting support experience, works well independently, and can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Apply incoming check and wire payments across multiple entities and maintain accurate customer account balances.
- Follow up on outstanding receivables, document collection activity, and prepare recurring cash and collection reporting.
- Review customer account details, support credit-related requests, and complete reference documentation when needed.
- Investigate billing, deduction, return, and payment discrepancies, then coordinate with internal departments and customers to resolve issues promptly.
- Process credit and debit adjustments, maintain organized monthly supporting files, and keep account records current.
- Enter and verify supplier invoices for accuracy, policy compliance, and proper approval before payment processing.
- Assist with vendor payment cycles, validate weekly disbursements, and reconcile supplier statements to confirm account balances.
- Support month-end and year-end accounting activities by preparing accrual information, rebate and co-op data, commission calculations, and audit support documentation.
- Review receiving records to identify uninvoiced deliveries and help maintain complete and accurate payables reporting.
- At least 3 years of experience in an accounting support role with exposure to accounts receivable, accounts payable, invoicing, or collections.
- High school diploma required; an associate degree in accounting or a related field is preferred.
- Working knowledge of AP and AR processes, including invoice handling, cash application, and account reconciliation.
- Experience with SAP or a similar ERP system, along with comfort using web-based customer or vendor portals.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
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