Accounting Assistant AR/AP

Description

Hybrid Accounting Assistant AR/AP role in Waunakee, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.

Robert Half is looking for an Accounting Assistant AR/AP to support day-to-day financial operations for a manufacturing organization in Waunakee, Wisconsin. This position plays an important role in keeping receivables, payables, and core accounting records accurate, organized, and current. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-focused, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while handling sensitive financial information with professionalism.

Responsibilities:

• Manage incoming invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare payments in a timely and accurate manner.

• Record customer receipts, apply cash to the appropriate accounts, and help maintain accurate accounts receivable balances.

• Monitor outstanding balances, review aging activity, and assist with payment follow-up to support collections efforts.

• Process credit card transactions and other incoming payments while ensuring proper entry into accounting records.

• Reconcile cash activity and account details to identify discrepancies and support accurate financial reporting.

• Maintain organized accounting files and documentation in accordance with established procedures and recordkeeping standards.

• Communicate with vendors and internal team members to resolve billing questions, payment issues, and account discrepancies.

• Provide general accounting support through data entry, account updates, and routine administrative tasks tied to financial operations.

Requirements • At least 2 years of experience in an accounting support, accounts payable, or accounts receivable role.

• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting processes.

• Experience with invoice entry, payment processing, cash application, and account reconciliation.

• Strong data entry accuracy with a high level of attention to detail and organization.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Clear interpersonal and written communication skills for working with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders.

• Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion and professionalism.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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