Mercy Chefs
Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable (AR/AP) Specialist
Mercy Chefs, Portsmouth, Virginia, United States, 23703
Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable (AR/AP) Specialist
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Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable (AR/AP) Specialist
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Mercy Chefs
Mercy Chefs | Portsmouth, VA (In-Office)
About Mercy Chefs Mercy Chefs is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing hot, chef-prepared meals to communities in crisis and underserved populations around the world. Our mission-driven team works with excellence, compassion, and integrity to serve others when it matters most.
Position Summary Mercy Chefs is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable AR/AP Specialist to support our accounting operations. This role is responsible for managing accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring accurate financial records, and supporting month-end processes. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced nonprofit environment. This is an in-office position based in Portsmouth, Virginia.
Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable (AP)
Process vendor invoices accurately and timely
Ensure proper coding and approval of expenses
Prepare payment runs for approval
Maintain vendor records and respond to inquiries
Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end reporting
Accounts Receivable (AR)
Generate and record invoices and donor receivables
Apply incoming payments and reconcile deposits
Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up as needed
Maintain accurate donor and customer records
General Accounting Support
Perform account reconciliations (credit cards and balance sheet accounts)
Assist with month-end and year-end close
Maintain organized financial documentation and files
Support audits and internal financial reviews
Collaborate with the finance team on special projects as needed
Qualifications
2+ years of experience in accounts payable and/or accounts receivable
Experience with Sage Intacct accounting software preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Drive)
Strong understanding of account reconciliations
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity
Preferred Attributes
Nonprofit accounting experience
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Clear communication and problem-solving skills
Alignment with Mercy Chefs’ mission and values
Work Location
In-office position
Portsmouth, Virginia
Why Work at Mercy Chefs
Mission-driven work with global impact
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Opportunity to use your skills to serve others
Stable, purpose-filled nonprofit organization
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Food and Beverage Services
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Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable (AR/AP) Specialist
role at
Mercy Chefs
Mercy Chefs | Portsmouth, VA (In-Office)
About Mercy Chefs Mercy Chefs is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing hot, chef-prepared meals to communities in crisis and underserved populations around the world. Our mission-driven team works with excellence, compassion, and integrity to serve others when it matters most.
Position Summary Mercy Chefs is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable AR/AP Specialist to support our accounting operations. This role is responsible for managing accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring accurate financial records, and supporting month-end processes. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced nonprofit environment. This is an in-office position based in Portsmouth, Virginia.
Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable (AP)
Process vendor invoices accurately and timely
Ensure proper coding and approval of expenses
Prepare payment runs for approval
Maintain vendor records and respond to inquiries
Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end reporting
Accounts Receivable (AR)
Generate and record invoices and donor receivables
Apply incoming payments and reconcile deposits
Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up as needed
Maintain accurate donor and customer records
General Accounting Support
Perform account reconciliations (credit cards and balance sheet accounts)
Assist with month-end and year-end close
Maintain organized financial documentation and files
Support audits and internal financial reviews
Collaborate with the finance team on special projects as needed
Qualifications
2+ years of experience in accounts payable and/or accounts receivable
Experience with Sage Intacct accounting software preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Drive)
Strong understanding of account reconciliations
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity
Preferred Attributes
Nonprofit accounting experience
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Clear communication and problem-solving skills
Alignment with Mercy Chefs’ mission and values
Work Location
In-office position
Portsmouth, Virginia
Why Work at Mercy Chefs
Mission-driven work with global impact
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Opportunity to use your skills to serve others
Stable, purpose-filled nonprofit organization
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Food and Beverage Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mercy Chefs by 2x
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