Accounts Payable Specialist - Corporate Headquarters

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Full Time Corporate Corporate Headquarters, Niles, MI, US

7 days ago Requisition

Modineer Group has plants in MI, MO, IN, PA, SC, WA, TX, VA, CA and Mexico. We have an immediate opening in our Finance & Accounting Department at our Headquarters on S. 11 th Street in Niles, MI. We are currently seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist with a focus on process improvements.

• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
• 3-way match of PO, Invoice, Receipt
• Process Payments: ACH files, positive pay files, obtain signatures for checks and distribute checks accordingly
• Collect W-9 for new vendor setups and 1099 maintenance
• Process 1099’s annually
• Respond to all vendor inquiries, reconcile statements, research and correct discrepancies
• Reconcile AP Aging, Suspense, Receipts & Unvouchered reports for items over 60 days
• Assist in month end closing including AP accruals
• Maintain files and document AP procedures thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and generally accepted accounting principles
• Maintains Use Tax Files for state payment and assists with Sales/Use Tax audits
• Assist with AP related Audit inquires and pulls documentation as needed
• AP backup for other consolidated companies
• Assist with other projects as needed

Requirements:

• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience preferred
• High school diploma required, college courses in accounting preferred
• Plex or Netsuite experience preferred
• Proficient in Excel and Word, 10-key by touch
• Must be able to handle multiple computer systems
• Must enjoy process improvements
• Must have strong work ethic and core values of: attitude, effort, trust
• Must be able to follow standard procedures, work independently, and as part of a team
• Reliable self-starter who is detail-oriented with a professional attitude
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills, follow through and ensure timely payments
• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis, and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to work a 40 hour per week attendance policy
• Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness