Accounts Payable Specialist

Job-ID: 13703; Location(s): Broomfield, CO
Job Description Summary
The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for sorting expense reports and invoices; reviewing for accuracy; processing expense reports and invoices; researching and resolving discrepancies; matching up payment documents with invoices; responding to inquiries; following up and obtaining additional information; and updating/maintaining electronic and hardcopy accounting files.
Job Description Details
Data Entry and Account Reconciliation

• Opens mail and email, then sorts expense reports and invoices according to established procedures.
• Creates and maintains vendor master in SAP.
• Reviews expense reports, invoices and statements to ensure all information is accurate, including but not limited to coding, approvals, information and amounts.
• Processes expense reports and invoices for payment; total, balance and reconcile accounts; checks for accuracy and completeness; reconciles Accounts Payable records according to established procedures; corrects and notes errors for staff accountants.
• Enters invoices and purchase orders; researches and resolves Accounts Payable issues and discrepancies both internally and externally.
• Matches payment vouchers with invoices and expense reports; mails, emails, or hand-delivers accordingly.
• Performs weekly check run, including preparation and tracking.

File Maintenance and Problem Resolution

• Answers phones and emails, responding to inquiries; assists with questions/problems related to Accounts Payable.
• Calls or sends emails in order to obtain additional information, including but not limited to requests for approvals, proper coding information, omitted information etc.

Other

• Attends meetings as required or assigned.
• May be required to work overtime as needed to meet operational standards.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Required Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and SAP
• Working knowledge of Accounts Payable functions and maintaining general ledgers
• General knowledge of accounting practices and principles
• Excellent 10-key skills
• Excellent mathematical and bookkeeping skills
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to be discrete and trustworthy due to frequent contact with confidential material
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization
• Ability to pay close attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information
• Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department.
• Ability to adhere to the highest standards of quality while continually performing at the highest possible level.

Education, Certification/License & Work Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Additional courses in mathematics, business, computers and accounting, preferred
• 1-2 years of related Accounts Payable experience required

OR

• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related discipline will be substituted for experience.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
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Lauren Stauffer
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