About the Role

Join Robert Half in placing top talent with a high-growth consumer products organization in Stamford, Connecticut. As an Accounting Specialist - Consumer Brand, you'll be at the heart of a dynamic finance team supporting a globally recognized brand. This full-time position offers hands-on experience in both Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), ideal for detail-oriented professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments. With a modern ERP system driving operations, you'll ensure financial accuracy while building relationships across teams and with external partners. Robert Half specializes in connecting skilled accountants like you with rewarding careers in Stamford, CT's competitive job market.

This role is perfect for those seeking variety, ownership, and impact in a growing product portfolio. Expect to handle high-volume transactions, resolve complex issues, and contribute to smooth financial operations for a consumer brand that's expanding rapidly.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Duties

• Review, code, and process high-volume vendor invoices within a robust ERP system, ensuring precision and efficiency.
• Verify accurate General Ledger (GL) coding, secure necessary approvals, and post transactions promptly to maintain cash flow.
• Prepare weekly and bi-weekly payment runs, managing ACH transfers, wire payments, and check disbursements seamlessly.
• Apply vendor payments accurately and uphold meticulous, audit-ready financial records.
• Act as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, resolving invoice and payment discrepancies professionally.

Accounts Receivable Duties

• Scrutinize, reconcile, and resolve customer chargebacks, deductions, and billing disputes to minimize revenue leakage.
• Issue credit memos swiftly and collaborate with customers to settle issues, fostering strong ongoing relationships.
• Engage in clear, professional communication with clients regarding payment statuses, overdue accounts, and collections.

Additional Core Responsibilities

• Maintain and update vendor and customer master data profiles in the ERP system for optimal accuracy.
• Provide essential support during internal and external audits, ensuring full compliance with financial regulations.
• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Proactively identify discrepancies in financial data and implement solutions to support reliable reporting.

Required Qualifications

To excel as an Accounting Specialist with Robert Half's client, bring 2-4 years of hands-on AP/AR experience in a similar high-volume setting. Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite) is essential, along with strong GL coding skills and payment processing expertise. You should demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving prowess, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Key qualifications include excellent verbal and written communication for vendor/customer interactions, familiarity with audit processes, and a track record of supporting period-end closes. A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred, though equivalent experience is valued. Robert Half candidates who are tech-savvy, collaborative, and passionate about consumer brands will stand out in Stamford, CT's thriving finance sector.

Why Join Us

Partner with Robert Half for unparalleled career support in the Accounting Specialist role. Enjoy a competitive salary of approximately $65,000, aligned with Stamford, Connecticut's market rates for skilled AP/AR professionals. Dive into a high-growth consumer products company where finance fuels innovation and global expansion.

Benefits extend beyond pay: immerse yourself in a modern ERP ecosystem, gain broad exposure across AP/AR, and collaborate in a vibrant, cross-functional team. This position offers stability with growth potential, professional development through Robert Half's resources, and the chance to impact a recognized consumer brand's success. In Stamford, CT—United States' finance hub—you'll network with top talent while enjoying work-life balance perks like flexible hours and comprehensive health benefits.

Robert Half streamlines your job search with expert recruitment, interview prep, and ongoing career guidance. Apply now for this full-time Accounting Specialist opportunity and elevate your finance career in consumer products. Keywords: Accounts Payable jobs Stamford CT, AR Specialist, ERP Accounting roles, Robert Half careers.