AR/AP Clerk

Job Overview We're a growing aerospace and defense manufacturer based in Lake County, Ohio, and we're looking for a skilled Accounting Specialist to join our finance team. This high-impact role is ideal for someone ready expand their career and knowledge in the manufacturing industry. If you're driven, detail-oriented, and excited about hands-on work in a fast-paced environment, we want to meet you.

What You'll Do:

Support monthly and year-end close processes Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports Post journal entries and investigate trial balance variances to support timely closes Perform cost and margin analysis, maintain inventory accuracy, and partner with production and engineering teams on scrap, cycle counts, and ERP data integrity Prepare weekly borrowing base certificates and maintain cash flow forecasting Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Support external audit efforts and manage audit preparation Oversee daily A/P and A/R operations, ensuring accuracy and timely processing Reconcile vendor invoices, manage payments, apply tax exemptions, and address cost variances Handle daily cash applications, customer collections, credit memos, and account reconciliations Collaborate with cross-functional teams — including Sales, Engineering, and Quality to resolve issues and improve financial outcomes

Qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship required 3-6 years of experience in accounting or accounting within a manufacturing environment Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Strong Excel skills and experience with reporting and analytical tools Familiarity with ERP systems (Acumatica, NetSuite, SAP, Infor, Syteline, etc.) Solid understanding of GAAP and core accounting functions (A/P, A/R, GL, month-end close) Experience with cost accounting, inventory control, and financial analysis A proactive, can-do mindset and a commitment to continuous learning Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across departments High attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational strength Ability to thrive both independently and in a collaborative, fast-paced setting We're committed to building a team of hands-on problem solvers who are eager to grow, contribute, and make a difference. If this sounds like you, we'd love to connect and share more about the opportunity Bowden Manufacturing offers a collaborative, team-oriented environment where people take pride in their work and support each other. You'll gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting while working with a team that values accountability, continuous improvement, and a positive attitude.