Accounts Payable Clerk

Overview

JOB SUMMARY

The Accounts Payable Specialist reports directly to the Controller. This position will allow the individual to gain experience working in a multi-subsidiary finance department and be involved with multiple aspects of accounting within the monthly reporting process including inter-company accounts, oversee AP, and assist with special projects matters as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enter invoices into ERP system and generate payments of checks, ACH's, wires and intercompany payments.
• Have knowledge of approved vendors and policies to avoid paying unauthorized invoices and expenses.
• Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures established by the Company
• Perform routine financial tasks including intercompany reconciliations.
• Organize and maintain accounts payable files and documentation.
• Research discrepancies and past‑due amounts.
• Coordinate accounting matters with other departments, locations, and divisions.
• Answer internal and external AR/AP inquiries.
• Maintain 1099s and generate report at year end.
• Assist in the continuous improvement of information quality.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts.
• Prepare special financial reports as requested by management by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
• Assist with special projects.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or equivalent education.
• Experience working in a collaborative team atmosphere which included job responsibilities that were also included being an individual contributor with individual projects, deadlines, and accountabilities.
• Experience with Net Suite.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills, with a professional demeanor and the ability to interact with all levels of management, colleagues, and vendors.
• Excellent organizational skills, time management, and ability to work independently on multiple deadlines ensuring high quality deliverables while managing shifting responsibilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
• Critical thinking skills include logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and competing priorities with a high degree of flexibility in a constantly fast‑evolving environment.
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with all levels of management and external vendors.
• Detail oriented.
• Intellectually curious.

What We Offer

• $28.00/hour - $30.00/hour. Base pay will vary depending on many factors, including experience, skills, and knowledge, and applicable geographic labor market.
• Position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and a variety of voluntary benefit options
• 401(k) retirement benefits with annual discretionary Company match