AP​/AR Specialist

Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA (Full-Time, In-Office) M-F

Reports to: Controller

Salary: $40,000 – $60,000 annually (Depending on Experience)

Our client is a rapidly growing manufacturing company experiencing 30-40% growth this year. We are looking for a high-energy AP/AR Specialist to join a people-focused "core group" in Wilkes-Barre. This is a critical hire intended to help the team manage high transaction volumes. For the right candidate, this role offers a clear path to leadership and supervisory opportunities as the company expands its operations.

• Backlog Management:
  Quickly integrate into the team to manage a high volume of manual invoices
• Process Improvement:
  Contribute to efforts aimed at automating current manual processes to increase efficiency.
• Relationship Management:
  Maintain professional and confident communication with vendors

• Full-Cycle Accounting:
  Execute end-to-end payable and receivable functions to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions.
• Disbursements & Billing:
  Manage payment cycles (ACH, check runs, wires) and generate customer invoices while monitoring aging reports.
• Reconciliation:
  Reconcile sub-ledgers to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies proactively.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with the Controller, HR Consultant, and vendors to ensure seamless financial operations.
• Closing Support:
  Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals and reporting.

• Experience:
  
  Proven experience in both AP and AR functions, preferably within a manufacturing background.
• Software:
  Quick Books proficiency is required. Experience with M1 ERP is considered a significant advantage but not required.
• Mindset: A "go-getter" attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Communication:
  Exceptional verbal skills for vendor negotiations and internal collaboration.
• Reliability:
  Ability to work full-time, in-office in Wilkes-Barre.

• Standard benefits package (Health, Vision, Dental).
• PTO
• 401K with a 3% match.
• Professional development opportunities to grow into leadership roles.