Accounts Payable & Receivable Specialist

Company: Item Inc.
Location: Stafford
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We’re looking for an Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist who doesn’t just keep things running, but helps shape what comes next. Someone who thrives in the details, brings structure to complexity, and isn’t afraid to question the old way of doing things. We’re in the midst of meaningful change. With decades of experience behind us, we’re now focused on building what comes next: smarter systems, sharper operations, and a company that’s ready for new opportunities. We’re creating the kind of infrastructure that will let us scale with intention and unlock entirely new paths forward. WHO YOU ARE - Experienced in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or accounting support roles (2 years preferred) - Comfortable working within ERP systems (Business Central experience is a plus) - Known for your organization and follow-through; people trust you to keep things on track - Attentive to detail and committed to accuracy and consistency - Comfortable moving between day-to-day execution and big-picture process improvement - Quick to learn and even quicker to act; you don’t wait for perfect, but you balance urgency with intention - Naturally curious; you ask why, not just how - Motivated to build better systems, not just maintain the status quo - Open to automation and AI, and eager to grow your skills as tools evolve - A clear communicator and strong collaborator across teams WHAT YOU’LL DO - Manage day-to-day accounts payable and receivable operations with a focus on accuracy, organization, and strong vendor and customer relationships - Process vendor invoices, submit wire and ACH payments, and review check payments ahead of weekly runs - Track and follow up on vendor credits, reconcile credit card accounts, and ensure balances stay clean and current - Monitor, organize, and manage the AP inbox, responding to vendor inquiries, following up on statements, and supporting issue resolution - Assist the purchasing team by helping track orders and obtain accurate shipment and tracking information when needed - Post customer invoices, apply bi-weekly deposits and customer check payments, and reconcile payment platforms such as PayPal and eBay - Apply ACH and Net 30 credit card payments based on emailed remittance details and supporting documentation - Send customer statements and follow up on past-due accounts with clarity, consistency, and professionalism - Monitor, organize, and manage the AR inbox, responding to customer requests, statement questions, and payment-related communications - Take ownership of your space by identifying process gaps, testing improvements, and implementing scalable solutions that reflect how our business actually operates - Collaborate with leadership, operations, purchasing, and tech to align financial workflows with broader company goals and evolving automation - Step in to support teammates during coverage gaps or volume spikes WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS - You’ll play a key role in building financial systems that prepare us for what’s next, supporting speed, accuracy, and smarter decision-making - The automation you help shape will multiply your effectiveness, not replace it - As repetitive work decreases, your role expands, creating room for more strategic contribution - You’ll grow alongside the systems you help create, gaining time, focus, and momentum to take on new challenges as the company evolves - We’re building a culture that rewards curiosity, ownership, and action, because the future belongs to teams that embrace change, learn fast, and work smarter If you’re energized by forward momentum, cross-functional problem solving, and the challenge of making real, lasting improvements, you could be a great fit for where we’re headed.

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