Job Title: AR Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced AR Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing invoices, conducting data entry, performing accounts receivable tasks, and assisting with general ledger work. This role is crucial in ensuring accurate financial reporting and maintaining the integrity of financial data.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Conduct data entry tasks related to accounts receivable.
• Perform accounts receivable duties, including reconciling payments and managing outstanding balances.
• Assist with general ledger work, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless financial operations.

Essential Skills

• Experience with accounts receivable and general ledger work.
• Proficiency in using Great Plains or other ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with reconciliation, month-end closing, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in bank reconciliation and accounts payable.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred, or equivalent work experience required.
• Comfortable navigating multiple files and computer programs in a paperless office environment.
• Flexibility, positivity, and professionalism in an environment with fluctuating priorities.
• Highly skilled in the use of Excel spreadsheets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic, including a willingness to work extra hours as needed, primarily during audits, month-end, and year-end.

Work Environment

The work environment is a paperless office where you will navigate multiple files and computer programs. Flexibility and professionalism are essential as priorities may fluctuate. The role may require extra hours during audits, month-end, and year-end periods. The successful candidate must be proficient with computers and comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced setting.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $34.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brandon,SD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $24 - $34