Job Type
Temporary
Description
Pay Rate : $30.93 / hr. minimum. Dependent on experience
Shift : Day
Position Type : Full-time, expected to last until March 2026 with possibility of extension and / or conversion to permanent status.
PURPOSE
Under the direct supervision of the Accounting Supervisor, the Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing all invoices and reconciling vendor statements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
- Invoice Processing and Reconciliation : Ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices and reconcile vendor statements to maintain financial accuracy.
- Compliance and Verification : Enforce accounting policies by verifying purchase costs and authorizations and confirm receipt and satisfaction of goods and services.
- Payment and Account Management : Conduct weekly check runs and reconcile accounts payable (A / P) to the general ledger (G / L).
- Month-End Financials : Perform month-end accruals and associated account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Expense Allocation : Identify and appropriately allocate prepaid expenses to maintain financial accuracy.
- Vendor Relations : Maintain strong working relationships with vendors and efficiently resolve any questions or disputes.
- Team Collaboration and Improvement : Engage in team initiatives by sharing knowledge and leveraging best practices to enhance team efficiency and effectiveness.
- Record Maintenance : Maintain accurate A / P and W-9 files for assigned vendors to ensure compliance and organization.
- Additional Responsibilities : Undertake other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support departmental success.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience :
Associate's degree in accounting, additional one (1) year of applicable experience may be considered in lieu of education.One (1) year of experience in accounting or finance.High volume A / P processing experience.Automated accounting experience.Knowledge of T Accounts and normal balances of Debits and Credits.Skills and Abilities :
Computer Proficiency : Demonstrated expertise in utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for data analysis, Word for document preparation, and Outlook for effective communication and scheduling.Communication Excellence : Strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear and concise information exchange with colleagues, vendors, and stakeholders to facilitate smooth operations.Problem-Solving Abilities : Proven ability to identify issues, analyze situations, and develop effective solutions to overcome challenges and improve processes.Numeric Keypad Efficiency : Skilled in 10-key, allowing for fast and accurate data entry and financial calculations, enhancing productivity and precision in accounting tasks.PREFERRED
Education and Experience :
Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains software experience.Exposure to General Ledger accounting operations.Knowledge of General Accounting Principles and Practices.Salary Description
$30.93 / hr. minimum.