Junior Accountant (AP/AR)

## Company Description (www.lso-inc.com) Launch Your Accounting Career Behind Life-Saving Medical Devices At Life Science Outsourcing (LSO), the numbers are never just numbers. As a medical device contract manufacturer operating under FDA regulations and ISO 13485 standards, we depend on financial records that are accurate, timely, and audit-ready, because everything we build ends up in the hands of a patient. The **Junior Accountant** keeps the payables and receivables engine running so quality products ship on time and within budget. If you are starting your accounting career and want a role where the details genuinely matter, where a mentor invests in your growth, and where you will learn modern AI and automation tools most entry-level jobs never touch, this role was built for you. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. **We encourage you to submit a resume with salary requirements.** ## Job Description **What You’ll Do** As a key member of our Finance team reporting to the Controller, you will own the day-to-day flow of accounts payable and accounts receivable, serving as a vital link between vendors, customers, and our operations floor. **Accounts Payable** - Receive, verify, and reconcile vendor invoices against purchase orders and receiving documentation so every payment goes out right the first time. - Record payments, prepare payment runs, and keep vendor accounts accurate and current. - Respond to vendor inquiries promptly and professionally, resolving billing discrepancies at the source. **Accounts Receivable** - Generate and issue customer invoices accurately and on schedule, keeping cash flowing into the business. - Apply incoming payments, monitor outstanding balances, and assist with collections follow-up. - Reconcile customer accounts and research payment discrepancies until the numbers tie out. **Reconciliation & Record-Keeping** - Reconcile assigned accounts and play a hands-on role in the month-end close. - Maintain organized historical records, from check stubs to bank receipts, so answers are always a file away. - Support the team with data entry and routine accounting tasks that keep the books clean. **Compliance & Controls** - Follow internal controls and company policies in every AP and AR activity. - Protect the organization by keeping financial information strictly confidential. - Support quarterly and year-end audits by providing requested documentation. **Cross-Functional Support** - Partner with purchasing, receiving, and operations to resolve invoice and payment questions. - Take on ad hoc projects and analyses that stretch your skills beyond the day-to-day. ## Qualifications **What You Bring** **Skills & Experience** - High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping preferred. - 0 to 2 years of relevant experience. If you are a recent graduate seeking your first real accounting role, we want to hear from you. - Working understanding of basic accounting principles, including AP, AR, and invoice reconciliation. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, plus Word and Outlook. - Comfort learning an ERP or accounting system; Deacom experience is a plus, not a requirement. - Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. **Mindset & Impact** - Detail-oriented to the core: a transposed digit bothers you until it is fixed. - Organized and steady when invoices stack up and deadlines compete. - Curious about AI and automation, and eager to apply modern tools that make routine AP and AR work faster and more accurate. Hands-on experience is a bonus; willingness to learn is what matters. - A team player who takes direction well, asks smart questions, and wants to grow with a team that will invest in you. **Nice to Have** - Exposure to a manufacturing or contract manufacturing environment. - Familiarity with vendor relations or customer billing. - Certificate in Accounting or Bookkeeping. - Hands-on use of AI or a…