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Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable (AR/AP) Specialist
Location: Houston, TX
Job Summary
Seeking a skilled Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable (AR/AP) Specialist to join our finance team. With a focus on delivering high-quality specialty equipment, we need a detail-oriented professional with hands-on NetSuite experience to manage financial transactions, maintain accurate records, and support our growth. This role is critical to ensuring smooth AR/AP operations in a dynamic, equipment-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable (AR):
- Generate and process customer invoices, payments, and credit memos using NetSuite.
- Monitor AR aging, follow up on overdue accounts, and resolve billing issues promptly.
- Provide regular AR reports to management to support cash flow forecasting.
- Maintain up-to-date customer records and ensure efficient collections processes.
Accounts Payable (AP):
- Input vendor invoices, process payments, and reconcile statements within NetSuite.
- Verify invoices against purchase orders and receipts for specialty equipment purchases.
- Manage payment timelines to optimize cash flow and strengthen vendor partnerships.
- Assist with month-end AP close, including accruals and account reconciliations.
NetSuite Administration:
- Leverage NetSuite to streamline AR/AP workflows, produce financial reports, and ensure data accuracy.
- Address basic NetSuite troubleshooting and escalate complex issues as needed.
- Customize NetSuite dashboards and reports to meet Specialty Equipment’s finance team needs.
General Duties:
- Support month-end and year-end closings, audits, and financial documentation.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and Texas-specific regulations.
- Work closely with sales and procurement teams to address equipment-related billing inquiries.
- Handle additional finance-related tasks as directed by management.
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
- 2-3 years of AR/AP experience, ideally in equipment, manufacturing, or industrial sectors.
- Demonstrated expertise in NetSuite ERP (required).
Skills & Abilities:
- In-depth knowledge of AR/AP processes and financial best practices.
- Proficiency in NetSuite for transaction processing, reporting, and workflow management.
- Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Strong Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, formulas).
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication skills for collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with specialty equipment or related industries.
- Familiarity with Houston-area vendors and business practices.
- Understanding of Texas sales tax and use tax requirements.
- EDUCATION/COMPETENCY/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).