JOB SUMMARY:
Perform accounting and clerical duties related to the efficient maintenance and processing of Accounts Payable transactions.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Verify invoices against purchase orders and ensure goods or services were received before issuing payment to vendors.
- Charge expenses to correct accounts by analyzing invoice/expense reports and recording entries.
- Investigate and resolve problems associated with processing of invoices and purchase orders.
- Clarify questionable invoice items, prices or quantity.
- Verify vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
- Handle all vendor correspondence via phone or email.
- Prepare batch check runs, wire transfers, and ACH transactions.
- Assist with monthly status reports and monthly closings.
- Report sales taxes to multiple states by calculating requirements on paid invoices.
- Continuous improvement of processes.
- Perform other duties as required to support the Accounting Department.
ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills, along with a high level of attention to detail.
- Willingness and ability to learn and work with new systems.
- Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- 10-key by touch
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word, with advanced Excel experience.
- Experience with NetSuite or large company ERP systems.
- Ability to work extra hours during month end close and as needed.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field a plus.
- 1-2 years’ Accounts Payable experience.
GENERAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Communication – Writes clearly, concisely, and persuasively; speaks tactfully and convincingly; listens well; shares work related information; must be computer literate, and capable.
- Problem solving – Ability to evaluate situations, review options and set priorities within scope of authority; must be able to identify activities for completing assignments by allocating time/resources; ability to multi-task and switch focus quickly.
- Initiative – Ability to be self-motivated and complete tasks without supervision’ results oriented; seeks self-improvement, enhancement of skills, and professional growth.
- Meeting commitments – Assumes total accountability for meeting daily commitments with clear understanding of his/her impact on project schedules.
- Quality of work – Sets and maintains high goals and standards for self while understanding and conforming to team standards; achieves a volume of acceptable work within allotted time; work produced achieves established standards for thoroughness, accuracy, neatness, and acceptability.
- Professionalism – Must display high level of professionalism in conduct, attitude, and attire appropriate for the work area; ability to work with people at all levels; must understand “internal customer” concept; able to exercise authority and respond to criticism.
- Leadership – Ability to inspire teamwork and high morale; constructively influence the performance of others; able to obtain results through others; ability to solve problems and make decisions within the scope of authority.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 2 years
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Work Location: In person