Accounts Payable Specialist - Jerome Ave

Accounts Payable Specialist – Jerome Ave

Location:

Chattanooga, TN

Summary

Responsible for managing and processing the company’s outgoing payments. This role ensures that all invoices are accurately recorded, approved, and paid on time, while maintaining compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive and sort incoming invoices from the mail, fax, and AP email box.
• Organize ACH and check payment priorities for the day.
• Process ACH payments daily.
• Enter travel expense reports for payment as required.
• Data entry for all invoices, including those with purchase order numbers, job cost information, and other non-purchase order invoices.
• Coordinate with the Purchasing Department on any purchase order issues prior to invoicing.
• Print checks with backup information; match printed checks to invoice copies.
• Post payment information and balance to checks.
• File all pertinent information in individual vendor files.
• Follow company policies and procedures at all times.
• Follow proper safety rules and procedures at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to prioritize and multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in basic computer programs and accounting software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Windows.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to gather information from various sources.
• Team player with initiative.
• Three to five years of experience in a general accounting professional environment.
• Minimum high school education or equivalent diploma; degree in accounting preferred.
• Must be able to meet regular attendance requirements.
• Basic computer skills: MS Word, Windows, Excel, Date Management.

Physical Demands

The employee is required to use hands frequently, stand, walk, and sit. Occasional lifting up to 10 pounds. Vision ability: close vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

Typical office setting with some exposure to a manufacturing environment. Noise level occasionally very loud.

Employment Type

Full‑time.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level.

Chattanooga, TN – Salary range: $48,000–$64,000 annually.