Accounts Payable Specialist

OVERVIEW:

This position reports to the VP of Finance & Accounting and is responsible for the management of Accounts Payable. The primary responsibilities are payment timeliness and accuracy, vendor relations, and accounting functions specific to accounts payable. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast paced, high volume environment while ensuring that ongoing deadlines are met.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Manage the accounts payable function including vendor relations, disbursements, 1099 and W9’s.
• Research, analysis and resolution of complex payment and vendor issues.
• Process vendor invoices accurately coding them to the GL and obtaining proper approvals.
• Disbursements and timely postings of vendor transactions.
• Verify and reconcile vendor accounts according to their contracts and maintain related schedules.
• Match invoices with purchase orders and evidence of receipt of goods or services.
• Prepare month-end account reconciliations; research and resolve identified discrepancies.
• Month-end close procedures including journal entries as needed.
• Assist with sales tax returns and financial audits as needed.
• Perform other duties and ad hoc projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3 years related experience in Accounts Payable.
• Great Plains experienced preferred not required.
• General knowledge of accounting procedures and reconciliations.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills including the ability to analyze large volumes of transactional data.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to take initiative, work autonomously and handle multiple demands from multiple people.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with all levels.