Accounts Payable Specialist

Be a part of something great and find yourself At Home, At Sherman! Our commitment to people and our vision for the future, combined with our history of success spanning decades, makes Sherman Associates who we are. We have become an industry leader by fulfilling our mission of Building Communities, Enriching Neighborhoods, and Empowering People.

Our corporate support team is currently seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our accounting team! This position will office in Downtown Minneapolis (parking provided) and support our diverse real estate portfolio. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Records a high volume of invoices and posting batches to multiple entities in RealPage which requires detailed data entry
• Processes payments via ACH, check, and direct vendor websites as directed by Accounting Supervisors
• Establishes and maintains all Accounts Payable vendors, including current insurance certificates if required
• Maintains payment schedules for recurring payments and processes payments
• Responds to all and any inquiries regarding Accounts Payable.
• Prepares calendar year-end 1099s and maintains all necessary information throughout the year
• Preparation of reports and year-end audit work papers as assigned
• Monitors the AP email inbox and disburses invoices to the appropriate Specialists
• Completes additional duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• 1-3 years of related accounting experience required
• Post-Secondary education in accounting or a related field strongly preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a very fast paced environment including adjusting quickly to changing priorities
• Able to multi-task while setting priority, work independently and in a team setting
• Quick learner with strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Minimum 40-wpm keyboard skills; 10-key experience required.
• Must have strong experience with Microsoft Office software with advanced skills in Excel.
• Must be willing to work extended hours as necessary to meet deadlines.
• RealPage accounting software experience a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Exposed to ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment found in a typical office environment; quiet to moderate noise level.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Sherman Associates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply.

This job advertisement is intended to provide information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Only applicants who complete our online application process will be considered for employment. Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact careers@sherman-associates.com

Benefits:

Benefits

Sherman Associates strives to lead the market in the benefits we offer. In addition to medical, dental, vision and supplemental benefits, what sets us apart includes

• Fully paid short term disability
• Fully paid life insurance
• Fully paid employee assistance program
• Fully vested 401k company match program
• Paid holidays and robust PTO program
• Best in class learning and development opportunities
• Starbucks and Hotel discounts
• Charitable giving strategy with corporate match