What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accounts Payable Specialist position at Parrish Tire?
Parrish Tire Company
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Reports To: Accounts Payable Manager
Parrish Tire Location: Winston-Salem, NC
Employment Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Summary: The Accounts Payable (AP) Analyst is responsible for supporting the financial operations of the organization by ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reports. This role involves maintaining compliance with company policies and regulations while providing exceptional service to internal and external stakeholders.
Essential Functions and Tasks:
- Invoice Processing:
Review, verify, and process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
Match purchase orders to invoices and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Ensure proper coding of invoices in the accounting system.
- Payment Management:
Prepare and process electronic transfers, checks, and wire payments.
Monitor payment schedules and ensure timely disbursement.
Address vendor inquiries regarding payment status or discrepancies.
- Expense Reporting:
Review and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policies.
Reconcile and maintain supporting documentation for expense reports.
- Record Maintenance:
Maintain accurate and organized accounts payable records.
Reconcile accounts payable subledger to the general ledger monthly.
- Compliance & Reporting:
Ensure compliance with company policies, tax regulations, and accounting standards.
Assist with the preparation of AP reports and audits as required.
- Collaboration:
Work closely with procurement, finance, and other departments to resolve discrepancies and improve processes.
Assist in month-end and year-end close processes as needed.
- Qualifications:
Required - High school diploma or GED required. Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
Required – minimum of 3(three) years in accounts payable
Required – previous experience working processing credit cards
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong attention to detail
Strong organization skills
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and meet deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with excellent skills utilizing excel
Ability to be a team player, working collaboratively with multiple roles across the organization
- Required Physical Abilities:
Operate standard office equipment and keyboards
Oral Expression - communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand
Selective Attention - concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
On occasion lift up to 25 pounds
- Work Environment:
Majority of work will be performed in the Winston-Salem Headquarters and may on occasion require minimal travel to other PTC or customer locations.
The above statements cover what are generally believed to be the principal and essential functions of this job and may change based on the Vice President or Company’s direction.
Parrish Tire Company values flexibility and the willingness to take on new challenges. As opportunities arise and work responsibilities change, your job description will be adjusted to meet the organization’s needs.