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Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist
Job in
Jessup, Howard County, Maryland, 20794, USA
Listed on 2026-01-26
Listing for:
Medium
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-26
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to manage day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities while supporting broader accounting and administrative functions. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting compliance efforts, and ensuring timely processing of payments and collections in a fast-paced business environment.
Key Responsibilities- Maintain and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal accounting standards
- Process invoices, payments, credits, and adjustments in a timely and accurate manner
- Research, reconcile, and resolve AP/AR discrepancies and variances
- Prepare and send customer invoices, statements, and payment reminders; follow up on outstanding balances as needed
- Collaborate with accounting and operations teams to ensure data accuracy and record integrity
- Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities and reconciliations
- Maintain organized vendor and customer files, ensuring completeness and accuracy
- Support onboarding of new vendors and customers, including documentation and system setup
- Assist with audit preparation, financial reviews, and compliance-related requests
- Provide administrative and accounting support to other departments as needed
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
- Proven experience managing accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and best practices
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Experience using accounting software;
Quick Books Online preferred - Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with multi-state sales tax filing and reporting
- Working knowledge of GAAP and applying it in daily accounting activities
- Exposure to treasury or cash management functions
- Experience working with ERP systems beyond Quick Books
$50,000 - $65,000 a year
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