We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our team in Northville, Michigan. In this position, you will play a vital role in managing customer accounts, ensuring timely payment processing, and resolving outstanding issues. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records while collaborating effectively with internal and external teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process daily customer payments by verifying cash remittance and posting transactions efficiently.<br>• Collaborate with internal departments and customer accounts payable teams to address and resolve accounts receivable concerns.<br>• Regularly update collection reports, including aging and commentary on pending payments.<br>• Complete monthly closing tasks promptly to ensure financial accuracy.<br>• Handle foreign currency transactions and utilize supplier portals to manage accounts receivable processes.<br>• Facilitate monthly meetings between the accounting and sales departments to align on financial objectives.<br>• Train new team members, provide backup support for colleagues, and assist the accounts receivable team as needed.<br>• Perform routine department tasks to support accounting management and ensure smooth operations.
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Associate – Join a Fun, Growing Team!</strong></p><p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p> Our client, a large and rapidly expanding distributor, is seeking an <strong>Accounts Payable Associate</strong> to join their energetic and team-oriented accounting department. This role plays a key part in ensuring that invoices are processed accurately, payments are made on time, and vendor relationships are maintained with professionalism and care. You’ll work closely with accounting leadership and have opportunities for growth and advancement based on performance.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><p> <em>Invoice Processing & Issue Resolution (55%)</em></p><ul><li>Accurately process vendor invoices, ensuring correct coding, approvals, and payment terms.</li><li>Identify and resolve discrepancies with the purchasing and distribution teams.</li><li>Support inventory and procurement teams with transaction reviews and reconciliations.</li></ul><p><em>Stakeholder Communication (25%)</em></p><ul><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding credits or balances.</li><li>Assist in weekly payment runs and maintain excellent vendor communication.</li><li>Manage the shared Accounts Payable inbox and respond to inquiries with a service-oriented mindset.</li><li>Provide reliable support to leadership on routine and special payment activities.</li></ul><p><em>Month-End Close & Compliance (10%)</em></p><ul><li>Prepare and record entries for month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Assist with audits and internal reporting requests.</li><li>Maintain organized documentation for compliance and accuracy.</li></ul><p><em>Continuous Improvement & Special Projects (10%)</em></p><ul><li>Recommend process enhancements to improve speed, accuracy, and visibility.</li><li>Participate in special initiatives and cross-functional projects.</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration please call Jeff Sokolowski at (248)365-6131 or apply today. </p>
We are looking for a skilled Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Wixom, Michigan. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in managing financial transactions, particularly within the manufacturing industry, and will be fluent in both French and English. This role requires a strong command of Microsoft Dynamics to optimize accounts payable processes and ensure accurate financial reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and validate supplier invoices in accordance with company policies and procedures.<br>• Prepare and execute payment runs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all transactions.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Dynamics to manage accounts payable workflows, including data entry and payment tracking.<br>• Reconcile accounts payable ledgers regularly, addressing discrepancies and resolving billing issues with vendors.<br>• Ensure compliance with company standards and local regulations, including tax requirements for French-speaking regions.<br>• Generate detailed monthly reports on accounts payable activities and assist with audit preparations.<br>• Collaborate with procurement and manufacturing teams to ensure proper invoice coding and alignment with purchase orders.<br>• Maintain accurate financial records and contribute to process improvements within the accounts payable function.<br>• Communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams to address inquiries and ensure smooth operations.
Key Responsibilities:<br>• AP/AR transaction posting and reconciliations<br>• Bank reconciliations<br>• Expense coding and credit card reconciliation<br>• Vendor statement reconciliation<br>• Asset management (building, vehicles, fuel, and supply cost audits)<br>• Identifying posting errors through financial understanding<br>• Audit support (documentation requests and testing)<br>• Month-end close support<br>• Maintaining fixed asset register and depreciation tracking<br>• Employee and credit card expense reconciliation<br>• Assisting in preparation of basic journal entries<br>• Preparing simple financial schedules for controller review<br>• Handling basic delinquent collections follow-up<br>• Preparing aging reports for AR/AP<br>• Assisting in cost allocation for departments<br>• Supporting data clean-up for SAP or ERP systems<br>• Assisting with budget preparation and analysis<br>Desired Profile:<br>• 2–4 years of direct bookkeeping or accounting experience (AP/AR, reconciliations, expense tracking)<br>• Demonstrated audit and budget experience preferred<br>• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve posting errors<br>• Proficient in Excel; prior ERP/accounting software experience (SAP/QuickBooks/other) is strongly valued. SAP is a experience is a plus. <br>• Self-motivated, organized, and reliable — able to manage recurring tasks with accuracy and timeliness<br>• Positive, eager-to-learn attitude with the interest and capacity to grow into expanded financial responsibilities over time<br>This person will work closely with me as Controller, so reliability and accuracy are critical. The goal is to find someone who can fully own the bookkeeping seat today while having the potential for development into broader financial responsibilities.
