2 results for Purchasing Specialist in Ward, AR

Accounting Specialist

Little Rock, AR
onsite
Temporary
22 - 26 USD / Hourly
Full‑Desk Transactional Accounting Specialist (A/R + A/P) — Retail & Food Distribution Location On-site/Hybrid (adjust as needed) Summary We’re seeking a hands-on accounting detail oriented to own end‑to‑end Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable for a fast‑paced retail and food distribution operation. This role oversees high‑volume invoicing, cash application, collections, vendor billing, 3‑way match POs, credits/rebills, and weekly payment runs—with tight coordination across Sales, Purchasing, Warehouse, and Customer Service. Ideal for a detail‑driven self‑starter comfortable with inventory flows, deductions, pricing changes, and perishable item timelines. Key Responsibilities Accounts Receivable (60%) Own full‑cycle A/R: billing, EDI invoice processing, cash application (ACH, lockbox, checks, credit cards), and collections. Generate customer invoices from sales orders; reconcile ASN/EDI activity and resolve rejections. Monitor A/R aging; conduct targeted outreach on past‑due balances, short‑pays, and deductions (promotions, damages, returns, spoilage). Process credits/rebills, tax adjustments, and pricing corrections; maintain audit trails. Reconcile A/R subledger to G/L; prepare month‑end revenue, reserves, and bad‑debt schedules. Partner with Sales/Customer Service to prevent repeat billing errors and improve DSO. Accounts Payable (40%) Manage A/P full cycle: vendor setup, invoice intake, 3‑way match (PO/receipt/invoice), price variances, and approvals. Execute weekly payment runs (ACH/wire/check) within cash forecast; ensure discounts captured per vendor terms. Resolve debit/credit memos, RTVs, short receipts, and freight discrepancies with Warehouse/Purchasing. Reconcile vendor statements; maintain accurate accruals for goods/services received but not invoiced. Support 1099 preparation and sales/use tax documentation. Cash, Inventory, & Close Perform daily cash posting and bank reconciliations, support liquidity tracking. Validate landed cost, freight allocation, and inventory valuation tie‑outs impacting COGS. Assist with month‑end close: journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and flux analysis. Prepare audit support for external auditors and internal controls testing (SOX‑lite if applicable). Process & Systems Maintain clean master data (customers, vendors, terms, tax, banking). Document SOPs and drive process improvements (automation, EDI mapping fixes, matching tolerances). Leverage ERP reports and BI dashboards to reduce errors and improve cycle time. Qualifications 2–5+ years in full‑cycle A/R and A/P, preferably in retail, CPG, wholesale, or food distribution. Experience with 3‑way match, high‑volume invoicing, EDI, and deductions (promos, returns, damages). Proficiency with an ERP (e.g., NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics/Business Central, Sage Intacct, Epicor) and Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables). Strong grasp of G/L reconciliation, accruals, revenue/COGS impact, and cash application. Excellent follow‑up and communication with customers and vendors; service mindset + accountability.
2026-03-26T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

North Little Rock, AR
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
18 - 20 USD / Hourly
Car Dealership Billing Specialist Job Posting Job Title: Billing Specialist – Automotive Dealership Overview: Our dealership is seeking a professional Billing Specialist to join our finance and accounting team. This role is responsible for preparing invoices, issuing credit memorandums, posting transactions, and ensuring accurate billing processes for vehicle sales and service transactions. Responsibilities: Prepare invoices detailing items sold, services provided, amounts due, and credit terms.Issue credit memorandums for returned or incorrectly billed merchandise.Post transactions to accounting records such as worksheets, ledgers, and computer files.Maintain a professional appearance and keep a neat work area.Compile and provide reports as requested.Access computer files and generate reports per management requests.Perform other duties as assigned according to dealership needs.
2026-03-25T00:00:00Z