Description

To perform accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions. An accounts payable representative is responsible for processing invoices and issuing payments. Other related tasks are included in this function as assigned by the Office Manager. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
• Process check requests
• Audit and process credit card bills and gas receipts
• Match invoices to checks, obtain all signatures for checks and distribute checks accordingly
• Respond to all vendor inquiries
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
• Assist in month end closing
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy 
• Assist with other projects as needed
• Fill out credit applications requested by vendors
• 1099 processing
• Balance electronic purchase orders
• Code warranty invoices
• Process Paccar Fleet Accounts
• Daily bank deposits

Requirements

Qualifications:

 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Committed to provide exceptional customer service and to clients and coworkers.
• Excellent knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures.
• Adept at giving accurate and detailed information to customers. 
• Able to handle difficult clients tactfully.
• Strong math aptitude.
• Excellent communication, research, problem solving, and time management skills.
• High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
• knowledge of accounts payable
• knowledge of general accounting procedures
• knowledge of relevant accounting software
• proficient in data entry and management
• 1-3 years accounts payable or general accounting experience

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic computer skills and expert user of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and other accounting software applications. Proficient in relevant computer software including dealer software, Docuware and other systems.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.

1-3 years accounts receivable and general accounting experience.

Physical Demands

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.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Sufficient manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment or PC.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low and conducive to an office environment.

The position requires long periods of sitting.

This position is with an immediate opening start date and will allow for the proper notice for existing employer. Submit your resume with confidence that all contacts with us are completely confidential.

Position Benefits and Compensation Package

This is a full time position. It includes Health Insurance, a 401K Retirement Program, Vacation, Employee Assistance Program, a Clean Smoke and Drug Free Environment and Other Benefits.

About Palmer Trucks

Palmer Trucks is a full-service Kenworth dealership network serving Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois with a comprehensive package of products and services. As a family-owned business with more than a half-century history of growth and success, Palmer Trucks has grown to a team of more than 600 individuals. With more than 32 million trucks on U.S. highways and interstates at any given time, a paramount need exists to keep the industry moving forward – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 

We maintain a commitment to forming authentic and valuable connections through fulfilling the industry’s unique, time-sensitive needs as a trusted partner. We accomplish this by providing products and services of the highest quality and value - personalized for you. 

Because of this philosophy, we develop and nurture long-term, valuable relationships with our partners. The Palmer Trucks team has the utmost privilege and gratitude of doing business, and these core values are what keep customers returning year-after-year, and are what have kept us On the Road Since 1965.

Palmer Trucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Applicants are considered for employment without a regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or any other legally protected.