AP/AR Accountant – Finance Ops (US Focus)

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and ownership-driven AP/AR Accountant – Finance Ops to support US-focused accounting and finance operations within a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

While the role includes core Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable responsibilities, this position is also heavily focused on Finance Operations support, issue resolution, process ownership, and cross-functional coordination.

This is not a purely transactional accounting role. We are looking for someone who can independently manage workflows, proactively resolve accounting and operational issues, identify process gaps, and help improve overall finance operations with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in AP/AR operations, reconciliations, billing, collections, payment tracking, and financial transaction processing, along with the ability to work cross-functionally and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This role is ideal for accounting professionals who are highly organized, process-driven, solutions-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of responsibilities from start to finish.

Who This Role Is For
We are looking for professionals who thrive in:

• US accounting and finance environments
• AP/AR and finance operations roles
• Fast-paced and high-volume operations
• Ownership-driven environments with minimal handholding
• Roles requiring accountability, initiative, and problem-solving
• Cross-functional operational support
• Process improvement and issue resolution

Role Overview
The AP/AR Accountant – Finance Ops will support and take ownership of key accounting and finance functions including:

• Accounts Payable operations
• Accounts Receivable management
• Billing and invoicing
• Reconciliations and payment tracking
• Collections and issue resolution
• Financial operations support
• Cross-functional finance coordination
• Process improvement initiatives

Depending on business needs, the role may also support multi-entity accounting operations, reporting activities, and month-end close processes.

Key Responsibilities
Finance Operations & Ownership

• Take ownership of assigned AP/AR and finance workflows
• Proactively identify, investigate, and resolve accounting or operational discrepancies
• Manage finance-related issues through resolution with minimal supervision
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness across financial transactions
• Help improve finance operations and internal workflows

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently
• Review invoices for coding accuracy and approvals
• Prepare and manage payment runs
• Resolve vendor inquiries and invoice discrepancies independently
• Monitor AP aging reports and outstanding balances

Accounts Receivable

• Generate and issue customer invoices
• Monitor customer balances and incoming payments
• Handle collections follow-ups and payment tracking
• Resolve billing discrepancies and customer account issues
• Maintain accurate AR aging schedules and records

Reconciliations & Reporting

• Perform bank, vendor, and customer reconciliations
• Support month-end close and reporting activities related to AP/AR
• Maintain supporting schedules and accounting documentation
• Assist with audit requests and financial data validation

Cross-Functional Support

• Collaborate closely with Accounting, Operations, Payroll, and Finance teams
• Support intercompany and multi-entity transaction processing
• Assist with ERP/accounting system workflows and improvements
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve finance-related operational issues

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline AP/AR workflows and reduce inefficiencies
• Support automation and finance optimization initiatives
• Help document and improve accounting procedures and SOPs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 3+ years of AP/AR, accounting, or finance operations experience
• Experience supporting US-based accounting operations
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and AP/AR workflows
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (NetSuite or similar preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and issue-resolution abilities
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
• Ability to manage deadlines and high-volume operations effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in finance operations environments
• Experience in multi-entity accounting operations
• Exposure to month-end close and reporting processes
• Experience handling high-volume AP/AR operations
• Knowledge of US accounting practices and compliance requirements
• Experience working in fast-paced or high-growth environments

Application Instructions

To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

• Your application letter
• Unrestricted link to your updated resume/CV

Subject Line:
APARFinanceOps – YOUR FULL NAME

Only applicants who meet the required qualifications will be contacted.