Accounts Payable Associate

Job Description

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented Accounts Payable Associate to join our Accounting team. This position will be responsible for a variety of Accounts Payable and accounting activities, including invoice processing, account coding, vendor management, reconciliations, project accounting support, and maintaining accurate financial records.

The ideal candidate has Prior Accounts Payable experience , strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a project-based accounting environment. Experience with Net Suite and project-based or construction accounting would make you an especially strong candidate.

This is a hands-on accounting position that requires someone who is comfortable working independently, solving problems, asking questions when appropriate, and managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

• Process, code, enter, and maintain vendor bills and invoices in Net Suite and other applicable systems
• Review invoices and supporting documentation for accuracy, proper coding, and appropriate approvals
• Assist with creating and maintaining project accounts in Net Suite, Microsoft Teams, and other applicable systems
• Support project-based accounting activities and maintain accurate financial information by project
• Investigate and resolve invoice, coding, and account discrepancies
• Assist with coding and posting company credit card transactions
• Process and record online Accounts Payable payments
• Create and maintain customer and vendor records
• Verify W-9 forms and Certificates of Liability Insurance
• Assist with prepaid and revenue schedules using Excel
• Prepare bank deposits and maintain appropriate documentation
• Contacting customers and vendors as needed
• Maintain organized and accurate accounting records and files
• Provide general accounting and administrative support to the Accounting team as needed

Qualifications

Required:

• Prior Accounts Payable experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial information with discretion and integrity
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• at least 3 days per week from our Farmington Hills, MI office

• Previous Net Suite experience
• Experience with project-based accounting, activity-based accounting, or construction accounting
• Experience working with project/job costing or accounting by project
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, formulas, and functions
• Previous experience with an ERP or accounting system
• Accounts Receivable or general bookkeeping experience

• Notary Public
• Accounting-related coursework, certification, or other professional training

A college degree is not required for this position. We value relevant accounting experience, technical skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.

Our ideal candidate is someone who enjoys getting the details right but also understands the bigger picture. You are organized, dependable, comfortable working with numbers and accounting systems, and willing to investigate an issue rather than simply pass it along.

A rock-star candidate will bring:

• Solid hands-on Accounts Payable experience
• Previous Net Suite experience
• Experience with project-based, job-cost, or construction accounting
• Strong Excel skills
• A track record of accuracy and follow-through
• The judgment and initiative to identify problems and help find solutions

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location:

Farmington Hills, MI, USA; only local US-based candidates with US work authorization considered, no outside recruiters
Education Level :
High school diploma (or equivalent)
Travel:
Occasional local travel may be required, as needed to support the business/department

• Competitive, commensurate with experience
• Health benefits
• HSA w/ company matching
• 401k w/ company matching
• PTO w/ rollover

All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.