What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Douglas Companies?
Job Overview
Douglas Companies is a family-owned and operated leading C- Store wholesale distributor serving convenience stores and foodservice operators. Located in Conway, Arkansas, we are enjoying our 53rd year in business and proud to be named in the top 40 of the "The 75 largest Privately Held Companies in Arkansas" as noted in Arkansas Business 2015-2026.
Douglas Companies is Honored to have recently been selected as the Arkansas Business of the Year (Category IV) at the 38th annual Arkansas Business Awards.
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. In this vital role, you will provide financial, administrative and clerical support by ensuring payments are completed and expenses are controlled by processing payments and verifying/reconciling invoices in an efficient, timely and accurate manner. Your expertise will help streamline our accounts payable processes, support financial integrity, and contribute to the overall efficiency of our accounting operations. This position also completes minimal duties as back-up to Accounts Receivable when needed.
Duties
- High level of accuracy in data entry and numerical analysis, focusing on detail in document preparation.
- Match purchase orders (POs) to invoices and enter invoices using accounting software and like programs.
- Code expenses to respective general ledger accounts when processing invoices.
- Pay vendors by verifying discount opportunities and financial information, scheduling payments, resolving purchase orders, invoice or payment discrepancies and documentation; insuring credit is received from outstanding memos.
- Ability to multitask and work with other departments as needed to complete the accounts payable duties.
- Collaborate with the accounting team on process improvements, automation initiatives, and implementing best practices for accounts payable workflows.
Experience
- Proven experience in accounts payable functions within a corporate or governmental setting.
- Strong understanding of financial concepts including debits & credits, double-entry bookkeeping, general ledger accounting, and account reconciliation.
- Demonstrated ability to perform detailed analysis skills for resolving discrepancies and supporting audit processes.
- Excellent data entry skills with high accuracy in 10-key typing; strong organizational skills for managing multiple tasks efficiently.
- Join us as an Accounts Payable Specialist to play a crucial role in maintaining our financial health while advancing your career in a vibrant and supportive environment!
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $24