Accounts Payable Accountant I

Accounts Payable Accountant I

The Accounts Payable Accountant's primary role will focus on one area within the department, which may include same-day payment processing, vendor management, invoice review, expense reimbursements, research, and/or customer service.

Reports to: Accounts Payable Manager

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in clerical or similar position, accounting/finance/shared service environment preferred. Attention to detail and proven ability to follow standard procedures. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Customer-focused, team player. Ability to organize and prioritize tasks, meeting required deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics AX, Laserfiche, and/or ExponentHR a plus. Experience in a high-volume, paper-centric, and fast-paced AP department a plus. Customer service/call center experience a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma. 1-5 years' experience in clerical or similar position, accounting or finance environment preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong customer service and organizational skills. Propensity to review own work to ensure accuracy. Ability to follow instructions and company policies. Ability to meet deadlines.

Working Conditions

Operates in a professional office environment which may require sitting and working at a computer workstation for extended periods.

Essential Job Functions

Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Research invoice payment status and outstanding payments
• Respond to vendor and field inquiries via email and telephone in a courteous, timely, and professional manner
• Vendor set up and maintenance, including managing W-9 documentation as needed
• Enter invoices, ensuring proper approval and supporting documentation
• Review and verify invoices and check requests
• Process payment journals in accordance with company timelines (daily and monthly payment runs)
• Process corrections and voids when errors are identified or payments returned
• Monitor and reconcile payment programs, Paymode-X, and Virtual Payables
• Review expense reimbursement requests for appropriate documentation and approval
• Assist with filing claims for unclaimed property, tracking claims, and recoveries
• Manage department mail by opening, sorting, and distributing it on a daily basis
• Maintain proper storage of invoices, checks, and other documents by organizing, scanning, and filing them
• Prepare checks for mailing
• Provide documentation and support for external audits
• Maintain proper record retention according to company policy
• Other duties as assigned by the Accounts Payable Supervisor or Accounting Operations Manager

CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran

Other Compensation: The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position:

• Profit Sharing
• Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and matching
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Teledoc
• Paid Pregnancy & New Parent Leave