What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Bell Bank?
The Accounts Payable Specialist I is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable (AP) function, including processing vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements. This role ensures accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The Specialist I works closely with internal teams and vendors to resolve basic AP inquiries and contributes to the overall efficiency of financial operations.
Responsibilities
- Review and process vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements via check or ACH, ensuring proper coding and approvals.
- Assist in maintaining vendor records, including collecting and verifying W-9 forms.
- Respond to routine internal and external inquiries regarding invoice and payment status.
- Support month-end activities by preparing documentation and assisting with accruals.
- Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
- Provide documentation for audits and assist with audit-related requests.
- Participate in internal training to maintain knowledge of AP systems and processes.
- Collaborate with team members to identify opportunities for process improvements.
Bell Bank Culture, Policy and Accountability Standards:
- Know by name and face as many customers and employees as possible, calling them by name as often as possible.
- Know and practice LOCBUTN, our Golden Rules, and Bell Bank Customer Service Standards.
- Know, understand, and live the company values and bottom line.
- Conduct activities consistent with established Bell Bank policies, procedures and systems, the Bell Bank Employee Conduct policies, the Bank Secrecy Act and all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
- All employees are responsible for information security, including compliance with policies and standards which protect sensitive information.
- Prompt and reliable attendance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, and Other Expectations
- Associate's degree in accounting, finance or similar field; or equivalent work experience.
- 1-2 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience preferred.
Skills and Knowledge
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and AP best practices.
- Familiarity with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills.
- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Details :
If you like to work with people in a family atmosphere, enjoy great benefits and provide unequaled personal service to every customer, consider a career with Bell Bank.
Bell Bank was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota. It is the largest family-and employee-owned bank in the upper Midwest, and one of the largest in the nation, with assets of more than $14 billion. Bell Bank has full-service banking locations in North Dakota, Minnesota and Arizona. Bell has empowered more than $30 million in charitable giving through its unique Pay It Forward initiative, through which every employee chooses each year how to help individuals, families and organizations in need.
Bell Bank has been recognized as a top workplace by American Banker, Forbes and Fortune. If you want to work for an established, growing, forward-looking organization with world-class employees, this is the place for you. Let Bell Bank be your destination workplace.
Bell's Values:
As stewards, dedicated to the growth and reputation of this independently owned organization, we are committed to:
- Promoting and sustaining our family atmosphere.
- Providing unequaled personal service to each and every customer.
- Paying it forward
Our Bottom Line:
Happy Employees! Happy Customers!
In addition to salary, Bell Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package including, healthcare, (medical, dental, vision) employee stock ownership program, and 401(k) contribution and profit-sharing plan. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.