Accounts Payable - Houston - Ceres Environmental Services

Description

Salary Range $ $26.00 Hourly

Position Type Full Time

Education Level 2 Year Degree

Category Corporate

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Title: Accounts AP & AR Specialist

Location: Houston, Texas

Reports to: Accounting Manager

Compensation Range: $20-$26 per hour

Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and travel opportunities

About TGU

TGU (The Ground Up, Inc.) has carved a niche for itself in the sustainable and green waste recycling sector, with a steadfast commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation. We provide products to retail and wholesale markets, as well as operating as a significant support system for the Ceres emergency response division and operate out of Houston, Texas.

Driven by Purpose, Powered by People

At TGU, we believe you're more than just an employee; you're part of a team with a purpose and a meaningful mission. Whether in management, field operations, or behind the scenes, every team member plays a vital role in supporting sustainable practices and community resilience.

We value initiative, respect diversity, and give our people the freedom to lead. We offer competitive pay, travel opportunities, and a culture built on innovation and teamwork. If you show up with dedication, share the commitment, react with urgency, and deliver solutions, you'll fit right in. We don't just respond to challenges; we rise to them.

What We Are Looking For

The Accounts AP & AR Specialist will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth accounts payable and receivable processes within TGU's finance department. This position supports the organization's operational efficiency by handling invoicing, payments, reconciliations, and vendor relations, contributing directly to our sustainable waste recycling initiatives and financial health. The role does not involve managing people but requires close collaboration with management and other teams. Success in the first 12 months looks like mastering our accounting systems, achieving timely collections and payments with minimal discrepancies, and contributing to seamless monthly closings while building strong internal relationships.

What You Will Do

• Record sales of mulch into the accounting system, invoice customers as necessary, process and record credit card payments, and handle cash sales.
• Process credit applications for new customers to ensure accurate onboarding.
• Provide accounts receivable reports as requested by management or stakeholders.
• Monitor receipts and accounts receivable aging while collaborating with management on collections efforts.
• Reconcile assigned company bank accounts on a monthly basis to maintain financial accuracy.
• Enter vendor invoices with careful attention to purchase order matching and location coding.
• Reconcile accounts payable details to vendor statements and the general ledger.
• Assist in monthly closings by supporting team members with necessary tasks.
• Research and resolve vendor discrepancies to ensure smooth operations.
• Provide audit support and handle other duties or special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the accounting field.
• Experience with accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong multi-tasking and attention to detail skills.
• Proven ability to manage financial records accurately and efficiently.
• Knowledge of accounting tools, systems, and processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-year Accounting degree.
• Experience with NetSuite software.
• Familiarity with vendor management and reconciliation best practices.
• Ability to adapt quickly to evolving financial tasks.

What to Expect

In this role, you can anticipate a detail-oriented workday focused on financial accuracy in a supportive office environment, where you'll handle a mix of routine tasks like recording sales, processing invoices, and reconciliations, alongside collaborative efforts such as working with management on collections and providing reports. Expect to spend most of your time at a desk using accounting software like NetSuite, with occasional interactions via email or meetings to resolve discrepancies or support audits. The pace can pick up during monthly closings, requiring strong multi-tasking to meet deadlines, but the team-oriented culture emphasizes initiative and problem-solving without direct people management. You'll need at least 3 years of accounting experience, including AR and AP, along with skills in communication and attention to detail; while a 2-year degree and NetSuite familiarity are preferred, training is available for adaptable candidates. Success early on means building efficiency in these processes, reducing errors, and contributing to TGU's financial stability in our sustainable operations. The work is primarily sedentary with minimal physical demands, in a moderate-noise office setting, offering opportunities for growth in a mission-driven company.

Physical Requirements and Environment

The Ground Up provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants with sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law. The physical requirements listed below reflect the essential functions of this role. If you need accommodation to perform these functions, please inform us during the application process.

• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Specific vision abilities to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus where required to safely perform the job.
• Commitment to following safety standards and protocols.

Why join TGU?

At TGU, you won't just have a job, you'll have a mission. Your work will directly impact the efficiency and sustainability of our operations.

We offer:

• A collaborative, mission-driven culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• The chance to make a lasting difference in sustainable practices and community support.

The Ground Up is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. TGU does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position unless stated otherwise.

E-Verify: We comply with Federal law by verifying employment eligibility.