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AP / AR Specialist

CFS, Oldsmar, FL, United States

Salary max: $26.00

Duration: Full Time


AP / AR Specialist (Accounts Payable & Receivables)
Location: Oldsmar, FL (Onsite)
Salary: $55,000 – $70,000 DOE


Why This Opportunity Stands Out for an AP / AR Specialist




  • Stable, well-established organization with consistent growth and long-term customer and vendor relationships




  • Highly transactional AP/AR role with direct impact on cash flow, vendor payments, and customer collections




  • Hands-on position owning day-to-day payables and receivables processes from start to finish




  • Opportunity to improve accuracy, streamline processes, and strengthen controls across AP and AR functions




  • Visibility across accounting, operations, and customer billing/payment activity




Key Responsibilities for the AP / AR Specialist




  • Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice intake, coding, approvals, and timely vendor payments




  • Perform cash applications and Accounts Receivable posting, applying customer payments via ACH, wire, check, and lockbox




  • Research and resolve unapplied cash, short payments, overpayments, credits, and billing discrepancies




  • Reconcile AP and AR subledgers to the general ledger and assist with cash and bank reconciliations




  • Maintain accurate vendor and customer master data




  • Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoices, payment status, and discrepancies




  • Support AR follow-up by coordinating with internal teams on payment issues and outstanding balances




  • Assist with month-end close activities related to AP, AR, and cash activity




  • Partner with accounting and operations to improve workflows, documentation, and internal controls




  • Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting best practices




Qualifications for the AP / AR Specialist




  • 3+ years of experience in Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable / Cash Applications




  • Strong understanding of AP and AR processes, reconciliations, and accounting fundamentals




  • Proven ability to manage high transaction volume with strong attention to detail




  • Proficiency with accounting systems and Excel




  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills




  • Manufacturing, metals, or distribution industry experience a plus




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