Senior Accounting Associate

Job Description

Palmer Group has partnered with our client in their search for a Senior Accounting Associate to join their team! This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting transactions across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, cash application, and reconciliations. This role ensures efficient and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and cash receipts while supporting month-end close activities and maintaining strong internal controls. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Apply now!

Work Model:
- On-Site

What You Will Do:
- Process and manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, approvals, vendor payments, and vendor statement reconciliations
- Prepare and issue daily customer invoices while resolving billing questions and discrepancies
- Process cash receipts, ACH payments, and wire transfers; accurately apply customer payments
- Monitor cash activity, cash balances, and perform key account reconciliations
- Research and resolve payment discrepancies, unapplied cash, and vendor or customer inquiries
- Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, reporting, and audit support
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and workflow efficiency
- Collaborate with purchasing, operations, and other departments to resolve accounting issues and support business objectives

What You Will Need to Be Successful:
- Associate degree, bachelor's degree, or equivalent accounting experience
- 5+ years of accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or transactional accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of AP, AR, billing, cash application, and account reconciliations
- Experience with accounting software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel

Benefits Overview:
- Health insurance
- 401k
- PTO
- $60,000 - $80,000 per Year