About Terryberry
Terryberry is a global leader in employee recognition and engagement with more than 100 years of history. The company helps organizations build strong workplace cultures through a connected platform integrating recognition, rewards, service awards, wellness, and employee listening. Terryberry serves organizations in more than 150 countries and delivers millions of recognition moments each year through a combination of technology, data-driven insights, and high-quality physical awards.
Terryberry operates with a strong focus on accountability, execution, and continuous improvement. The company practices the same recognition-driven culture internally that it delivers to customers.
Position Summary
The Accounting Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day execution of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions while supporting the accuracy and integrity of financial records. This role works closely with the Accounting Operations Lead to ensure timely processing of invoices, customer billing, cash application, collections, and account reconciliations.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with high transaction volume.
Key Responsibilities
- Process vendor and customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner
- Monitor and manage the accounting inbox
- Match vendor invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation
- Stay current on sales and use tax regulations while applying a strong foundation in accounting principles to ensure accurate financial processing
- Review and approve invoices in accordance with company policies
- Ensure transactions are recorded in the appropriate general ledger (GL) accounts
- Maintain vendor and customer records, including setup and updates
- Apply cash receipts and customer payments
- Monitor AP and AR aging reports and assist with collection efforts
- Respond to vendor and customer inquiries and resolve discrepancies
- Reconcile vendor statements, customer accounts, and outstanding balances
- Investigate and resolve billing issues and payment discrepancies
- Support month-end close, including reconciliations and reporting
- Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end reporting
- Support internal and external audit processes by organizing and providing required documentation and explanations
- Analyze trends in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable to identify risks or opportunities for process improvements.
General Accounting Support
- Assist with month-end close activities
- Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules
- Maintain organized accounting documentation
- Support internal and external audit requests
- Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve AP and AR workflows
- Support automation initiatives and system enhancements
- Maintain and update accounting procedures and documentation
Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- 2-5 years of Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable experience
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
- Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong communication and customer service abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or inventory-based environment
- Experience with month-end close activities
- Knowledge of GAAP fundamentals
- Experience working with high-volume transactions
Why Join Terryberry
This role provides the opportunity to own critical accounting processes inside a mission-driven, growing organization. You work in a business that values recognition, accountability, and disciplined execution while supporting global customers.
