Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Lead

MicroStar Logistics is built on the simple idea that sharing is better. We provide a comprehensive shared-keg solution designed to eliminate the inefficient and costly method in which kegs have traditionally been owned, tracked and retrieved by breweries. The company manages a pool of over 6 million shareable kegs and the corresponding logistical needs for brewery customers. By sharing kegs rather than owning, our customers reduce the distance empty kegs travel lowering our collective carbon footprint by over 10 million kg of CO2e. This cost-effective outsourced solution also enables our customers to preserve capital, improve quality, and focus on core competencies such as production and marketing. These benefits, combined with MicroStar’s CUSTOMER FIRST! philosophy, have allowed us to develop long-term, exclusive partnerships with many of the world’s best brewers including approximately half of the 50 largest breweries in the U.S.

MicroStar’s 30-year track record of growth is set to continue for the next 30 years through growth in our core business as well as continued geographic and service diversification. Through MicroStar’s acquisition of Kegstar, a leading keg solutions provider in markets including the UK, Europe and Australia, MicroStar is positioned for transformative growth globally. Additionally, our network of 1,500+ beer distributors is unequaled and provides a platform for products and services beyond kegs further expanding the company’s growth potential, beginning with the launch of reusable pallet management in 2023.

To learn more, visit www.microstarlogistics.com .

Summary:

At MicroStar we believe in a Customer First philosophy. We have a strong conviction that in order to be Customer First, we have to be Employee First! The AP/AR Lead will play a key role in the operational accounting function, owning the collections and payables processes. This position will be responsible for proactively managing aging reports, fostering positive relationships with internal and external partners, and ensuring accuracy of MicroStar’s financial reporting. The AP/AR Lead will serve as a subject matter expert supporting and coaching staff while also helping to drive continuous process improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities

- Oversee AP and AR staff, deploying resources where needed to proactively manage the collections and payables processes and ensure timely payment of invoices

- Communicate with customers, vendors, and internal partners regarding outstanding balances, general account inquiries, and billing or payment questions

- Provide guidance to staff on their assigned responsibilities, giving timely and relevant feedback

- Maintain a solid understanding of general ledger accounts and their purpose to ensure accurate expense coding

- Serve as an escalation point for problem accounts and flag potential issues to management in a timely manner

- Prepare analysis on collections efforts and DSO for management team

- Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations, research variances, and take action on necessary reconciling adjustments in a timely manner

Required Skills & Competencies

- Commitment to customer service; ability to anticipate needs and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and internal partners

- Concern for Accuracy: high attention to detail and accuracy in work

- Strong organizational skills, problem solving, and follow through

- Effective Communication: strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)

- Proficient in managing multiple priorities while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines

- Sound decision making skills and judgement; identify critical issues and provide solutions

- Encouraging Teamwork: establish common objectives with joint accountability among the team members

- Improving the Organization: willingness to challenge the status quo; recognize and act on opportunities for process optimization

Required Qualifications

- Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred

- 2 – 4 years of relevant work experience

- Advanced understanding of Microsoft Excel

- Experience with modern ERPs (NetSuite specific experience is a plus)

Travel Requirement

- No travel required

Working Conditions:

- This position is located in an office environment

- Frequent extended hours in front of a computer screen

Other:

Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, specialty and training.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.