Accounting Specialist in Gilbert, Arizona at SONORAN SALES COMPANY LLC

Accounting Specialist – Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Bookkeeping

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Company: Sonoran Sales Company

Position Summary

Sonoran Sales Company is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting Specialist to manage the day-to-day accounting operations of our growing international manufacturing and distribution business. This role is responsible for bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash application, and financial recordkeeping while supporting the CFO with accurate financial reporting and operational analysis.

The ideal candidate has experience working in an ERP environment, preferably Acumatica, understands international transactions and foreign currency (FX), and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing and export environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
• Prepare weekly payment runs via ACH, wire transfers, and checks.
• Maintain vendor records and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements.

Accounts Receivable

• Generate and distribute customer invoices.
• Apply customer payments and reconcile cash receipts.
• Monitor aging reports and proactively manage collections.
• Resolve customer billing issues.
• Maintain accurate customer account balances.

Bookkeeping & General Accounting

• Record daily accounting transactions.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records.
• Support annual audits and tax preparation.

International Accounting

• Record and reconcile foreign currency transactions.
• Assist with FX gain/loss calculations.
• Process international wire transfers.
• Support accounting for international sales, exports, and cross-border transactions.
• Coordinate documentation related to international customers and vendors.

ERP & Financial Systems

• Utilize Acumatica ERP for daily accounting functions.
• Maintain data integrity within the ERP system.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and internal controls.
• Assist with system enhancements and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–7 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Experience managing both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Strong bookkeeping and general ledger knowledge.
• Experience using Acumatica ERP strongly preferred.
• Experience with international accounting and foreign currency transactions.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing or distribution industry experience.
• Experience with export or international sales accounting.
• Understanding of inventory accounting.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience handling multi-currency accounting.

Success in This Role

The successful candidate will:

• Maintain highly accurate financial records.
• Ensure timely processing of vendor payments and customer collections.
• Support efficient month-end closes.
• Help improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Work closely with the CFO to provide reliable financial information that supports business decisions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health benefits (if applicable)
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement plan (if applicable)
• Professional development opportunities

Sonoran Sales Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values integrity, accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.