Accounts Payable Representative

Overview

This position is responsible for matching invoices to receiving reports and taking deductions from vendors. It also involves matching invoices to remittances, sending payments to vendors, filing and reviewing statements, managing the daily processing of invoices and correspondence with vendors, resolving disputes, and supporting the online invoicing system with a high level of customer service.

Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Division / Company: Finance/Do It Best

Reports to: Accts Payable Supervisor

• Verify payment terms are correct
• Take deductions from vendors or freight companies
• File remittances and receiving reports
• Match invoices to remittances and send payments
• Assist with special projects as needed
• Perform daily EDI invoice processing and correspondence to vendors
• Answer telephone and respond to corporate staff, member, and vendor inquiries for problem solving and providing assistance
• Research unidentified invoices and credit memos, past due items, general correspondence and questions

• Several years related work experience
• Experience in clerical duties including accounts payable, invoicing and payment terms
• Experience working with vendors
• Competency on the computer

• Excellent communication skills—written and verbal
• Follow through on tasks to completion
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Detail oriented
• Ability to prioritize, complete work accurately and meet deadlines
• Proficient in applications in Microsoft Office
• Ability to file alphabetically and numerically
• Dependable with a strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Oracle Experience a plus

• Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Paid time off to foster work/life balance
• Profit sharing
• Bonus Pay opportunities
• Retirement funding opportunities
• Education reimbursement
• Health club reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities

We’re the only US-based, member-owned hardware, lumber, and building materials co-op in the home improvement industry. We proudly serve thousands of locations in over 50 countries, offering exceptional merchandise and services driving us to nearly $5 billion in annual sales. Our goal is to help our members grow and achieve their dreams.

Each team member is valued as an individual - with their intrinsic value at the forefront. We prioritize your career growth through one-on-one training, conferences, tuition assistance, mentoring and more. We encourage authentic relationships by hosting social events and fostering a culture where lasting friendships are made. In fact, the three most valued aspects of being a part of the Do it Best team are the culture, the compensation, and the level of fulfillment that each team member experiences from their role.

Our Philosophy: Serving others as we would like to be served

Our Mission: Making the best even better

Our Goal: Helping members grow and achieve their dreams