What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Accountant position at Everest Search Partners?
JOB DESCRIPTION: The Accounts Payable Accountantand performs a variety of accounts payable (AP) duties, which may be focused in one functional area or allocated across multiple functional areas (Correspondence, Same-Day Payment Processing, Batch Payment Processing or Expense ReportReimbursements). Responsibilities include, the following:
- Vendor set up and maintenance, including managing W-9 documentation as needed
- Enter invoices, ensuring proper approval and supporting documentation
- Review and verify invoices and check requests
- Process payment journals in accordance with Company timelines (daily and monthly payment runs)
- Process corrections and voids when errors are identified or payments returned
- Research invoice payment status and outstanding payments
- Respond to vendor and field inquiries via email and telephone in a courteous, timely and professional manner
- Review expense reimbursement requests for appropriate documentation and approval
- Manage department mail by opening, sorting and distributing it on a daily basis
- Maintain proper storage of invoices, checks and other documents by organizing, scanning, and filing them
- Provide documentation and support for external audits
- Maintain proper record retention
- Other duties as assigned by the Accounts Payable Manager
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experienced in Accounts Payable role
- Degree or equivalent experience
- Attention to detail and proven ability to follow standard procedures
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Customer-focused, team player
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks, meeting required deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook