Accounts Payable Accountant

* A national leader in employing individuals with disabilities and veterans.
* Composed of a dynamic, growing team of social entrepreneurs.
* Operating self-sustaining businesses across 15 states and in the District of Columbia, workforce of over 1,700 employees.
* Dedicated to delivering an exceptional customer experience to our customers.
* Committed to offering an outstanding employee support and development program.
* Handle high volume accounts payable transactions - receive, code, process, and reconcile a wide variety of accounting documents such as invoices, employee reimbursements, credit card expenses, vendor statements and petty cash.
* Prioritize invoices according to payment terms, upcoming holidays, & rotating deadlines.
* Review and validate all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
* Identify when to self-assess sales and use tax. Record self-assessed sales taxes by calculating requirements on reportable transactions at entry point.
* Review and update all accounts payable data entry, as well as ensure accuracy in general ledgers prior to payment and month end closing.
* Review and reconcile supplier accounts, to include corresponding with suppliers and following up on outstanding inquiries.
* Responsible for following up on outstanding fraudulent charges, personal expenses, or vendor mischarges within assigned contracts.
* Receive, research, and resolve routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status and statement discrepancies.
* Serve as liaison between sites and vendors in resolution of administrative issues and inquiries.
* Coordination of new vendor setups, and ensuring accuracy of associated documentation.
* Prepare and analyze monthly reports (report type varies by contract).
* Assist as needed with weekly check runs, to include invoice reconciliation, check pairing, & mailing.
* Ability to organize and prioritize work based on business needs and competing timelines.
* Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.
* Suggest process improvements to continually work on efficiencies in Accounts Payable processes.
* Prioritize exceptional customer service to all internal and external customers, to include prompt and timely communications.
* Be a solution-driven team member focused on positive results and opportunities.
* Actively seeking opportunities for cross-training within the Finance team.
* Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential.
* All Other Duties as Assigned
* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
* 3+ years of previous experience in Accounting or Finance is required.
* Combination of previous experience and education will be considered.
* Accounting standards and GAAP knowledge is preferred.
* Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL
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* Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
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