What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Lightera?
JOB PURPOSE:
Accurately review, code, and process vendor invoices. Maintain a large number of vendor accounts while staying in compliance with company policies and procedures. Perform data entry associated with accounts payable. Review and reconcile invoice discrepancies. Address and respond to vendor inquiries.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
• High School Graduate with some college level accounting courses at a minimum.
• Extensive experience in accounts payable will also be considered.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• 2 to 3 years of experience in a financial accounting environment with emphasis in accounts payable.
• Extensive working knowledge and experience with computer application systems and reporting systems to acquire and analyze financial information accurately.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Proven work experience as an Accounts Payable specialist in a fast-paced environment,
• Capable of working independently and meeting deadlines while interacting and guiding others,
• Must possess a high degree of attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiencies. Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively,
• Possess sound acumen in Accounts Payable best practices and principles,
• Perform balance sheet Goods Receipt-Invoice Receipt (3-way match) and vendor statement reconciliations, vendor inquiries, resolve price discrepancies, contacting vendors for proof-of-delivery (POD’s), etc.,
• Collect, scan and post vendor invoices for both purchase orders and non-GR vendor billings. Ensure that all weekly payments have proper and adequate support and backup; saved on network drive,
• Support weekly payment review and processing. Mail checks to vendors, clients and/or employees,
• Takes advantage of offered discounts and payment reduction opportunities where and when appropriate,
• Provide support for internal and external Auditors as needed,
• Assist the Plant Controller as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
• Working knowledge of SAP, or equivalent, is required
• Excel, Power Point, MS Word Skills required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills,
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills