Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist

Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist to join our dynamic finance team. In this role, you will manage the full cycle of accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections. Your expertise will support our financial health by maintaining precise records, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) requirements. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced organization committed to excellence in financial management and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify all incoming invoices using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or PeopleSoft, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Manage accounts receivable by generating invoices, tracking payments, and following up on overdue accounts through effective negotiation and customer service skills.
• Handle accounts payable by reviewing vendor bills, preparing payments, and maintaining detailed records for audit purposes.
• Perform account reconciliations regularly to ensure accuracy across various ledgers, including double entry bookkeeping and journal entries.
• Assist with month-end closing activities by analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and ensuring adherence to GAAP standards.
• Support the revenue cycle management process in healthcare or medical billing environments by understanding CPT coding, ICD-10 coding standards, and medical terminology.
• Conduct analysis of financial concepts such as debits & credits, account analysis, and account reconciliation to identify discrepancies or irregularities.
• Maintain compliance with SOX controls by documenting procedures and supporting internal audits.
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing vendor or client inquiries promptly via phone or email while maintaining professional phone etiquette.
• Support governmental or non-profit accounting functions as needed, including data entry for grant tracking or regulatory reporting.

Skills

• Strong understanding of accounting principles including GAAP and technical accounting standards.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms; experience with Quicken is a plus.
• Knowledge of accounts payable/receivable processes, revenue cycle management, and financial analysis skills.
• Familiarity with medical billing procedures including CPT coding, ICD-10 standards, and medical terminology.
• Experience with account reconciliation techniques and journal entries for accurate financial reporting.
• Ability to perform 10 key typing efficiently along with double entry bookkeeping skills for precise data entry.
• Excellent negotiation skills combined with strong phone etiquette for effective collections or vendor communications.
• Understanding of SOX compliance requirements along with governmental or non-profit accounting practices.
• Analytical mindset capable of conducting detailed account analysis while maintaining attention to detail in high-volume environments.
• Knowledge of financial software such as Financial Services platforms or specialized healthcare revenue cycle systems is advantageous. Join our team where your expertise will directly impact our organization’s financial integrity! We value energetic professionals who thrive in collaborative settings and are eager to develop their skills within a vibrant finance environment focused on accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service delivery.

Pay: $46.24 - $59.40 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Work Location: Remote