AP/AR Specialist
Prestige Staffing
About the Role
Join our Finance & Accounting team as an AP/AR Specialist. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations by processing invoices and payments, reconciling vendor statements, resolving discrepancies, and partnering with internal teams to keep transactions properly coded and audit-ready.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable (AP)
- Process and review invoices from vendors and suppliers.
- Verify invoice accuracy by matching to supporting documentation, such as purchase orders and receipts.
- Resolve discrepancies between invoices, POs, receipts, and vendor statements.
- Code invoices to the correct expense accounts, cost centers, practice, entity, and general ledger accounts.
- Handle non-PO invoice approval by the appropriate approver.
- Prepare and process vendor payments (checks, electronic transfers, ACH) while ensuring payments are made within agreed terms to avoid late fees and maximize discount opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records of payments made.
Vendor & Expense Reconciliation
- Reconcile vendor statements to ensure invoices and payments are properly accounted for.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely and accurate manner.
- Ensure credit is received for outstanding memos.
- Match receipts and process credit card bills.
- Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policy.
Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Support AR-related workflows to ensure transactions are tracked and processed correctly.
General Accounting Collaboration & Close Support
- Work with the General Accounting team to ensure items are properly coded and accounted for.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities as needed.
Documentation, Reporting & Compliance
- Maintain organized, up-to-date AP/AR records and documentation with appropriate audit trails.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting regulations.
- Generate regular reports for management summarizing AP status and outstanding liabilities.
- Maintain confidentiality and protect organizational information.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Prior experience in accounts payable (or a similar financial role).
- Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with NetSuite.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.