Accounting Associate (AP/AR)

Overview

 

At Room & Board, our purpose is people. We believe in creating an environment where individuals thrive by being their authentic selves. Together, we deliver extraordinary experiences for our customers and help them create homes they love. We do this by taking accountability, solving problems, and doing the right thing—always. If you’re a detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys interacting with internal and external partners and is eager to grow your career in a purpose-driven company, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us create spaces—and a workplace—people love.

 

Why This Accounting Associate (AP/AR) Role Matters:As an Accounting Associate (AP/AR), you’ll be part of a collaborative finance team that ensures the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations. Aside from the core function of processing, reconciling, reporting and analyzing AP/AR accounts, you’ll play a key role in managing vendor relationships, supporting internal teams, and driving process improvements that help Room & Board remain a high-performing, agile organization.

 

Location:

4600 Olson Memorial Highway

Golden Valley, MN 55422

Please note: This role is hybrid - in the office 3-days (T, W & Th). Not considering remote.

 

You will share your talents as an Accounting Associate (AP/AR) in the following ways:

• Accurately input and route vendor invoices for approval and resolve any issues proactively.
• Process return-to-vendor documentation and staff expense reports.
• Manage vendor onboarding, credit applications, and weekly payment runs (check, ACH, wire).
• Reconcile daily banking activity, credit cards, financing programs, and gift cards.
• Provide monthly financial oversight, reporting, and analysis of AR balances.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes in collaboration with the broader Finance team.
• Identify and implement process improvements, including system upgrades.
• Maintain strong internal controls across AP/AR processes.
• Assist with external audits and business partner data requests.
• Complete and file annual 1099s.
• Interact with a variety of external and internal partners.

What makes you a great fit?

You exemplify our Staff Member Attributes: Authentic, Collaborative, Curious, Inclusive and Work Ethic.

You’ll also bring the following:

• A minimum of 2 years of hands-on AP/AR or general accounting experience.
• AA/AS degree in Accounting preferred.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• Experience with AP routing and approval systems is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to provide proof of identity and legal work authorization upon hire.

What Success Looks Like as an Accounting Associate (AP/AR):

• Invoices are processed accurately and on time, with proactive identification and resolution of discrepancies to avoid delays or rework.
• Consistently contributes to a high-performing, collaborative AP/AR team by sharing knowledge, supporting peers, and maintaining accountability.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills, confidently engaging with internal stakeholders and external partners in a professional, solutions-oriented manner.
• Drives and supports the smooth adoption of process improvements and system enhancements, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.
• Performs timely and thorough reconciliations, resolving financial discrepancies with precision and attention to detail.
• Provides reliable, audit-ready documentation and responsive support for internal and external audit requests and business inquiries.

What you’ll find working here as an Accounting Associate (AP/AR):

• Salary: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 / yr.
• Benefits that focus on holistic well-being. The whole person matters, not just the one who shows up for work. That’s why we invest in holistic well-being that supports and encourages you to live a full life. Besides a competitive paycheck, we offer several awesome perks to help you thrive in every aspect of life. Picture this: three weeks of paid vacation, a generous 401(k) match, profit-sharing, and a whole bunch of cool extras. We're talking about benefits that cover you from head to toe – physically, emotionally, and financially.
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