Accounts Payable Specialist

Description

With all your career options, why not choose a company where you can own part of the business?

Weekes Forest Products is 100% Employee-Owned and offers an outstanding suite of employee benefits. Weekes has grown to be the leading distributor of specialty building materials, engineered wood components and industrial lumber materials. At Weekes, you will receive an ownership stake in the value our combined honest efforts create.

As our Accounts Payable Specialist
, you will be responsible for ensuring timely, accurate, and efficient processing of vendor invoices and payments. You will support day-to-day accounts payable operations, maintain vendor relationships, and help uphold strong financial controls. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, integrity, and collaboration as you work closely with internal teams and external partners to keep financial transactions on track.

• Review invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
• Perform invoice and general-ledger data entry
• Pay vendors by monitoring discount opportunities, scheduling, and preparing checks
• Research and respond to accounts payable inquiries
• Communicate with vendors regarding payment status, invoice requests, and inquiries as needed
• Set up vendors and maintain vendor records
• Processing of 1099 forms
• Provide supporting documentation for audit
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned

• Outstanding Family Medical Benefits Package
• Substantial Stock Ownership Program
• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays Each Year
• Employer Sponsored Family Dental Insurance
• 401k and Roth 401k Investment Accounts (With Substantial Employer Matching)
• Employer Sponsored Life & Disability Insurance
• Covid vaccination is not required for employment

• Associate degree in Accounting OR High school diploma
• 3+ years of accounts payable experience
• Understanding of basic principles of finance, accounting, and bookkeeping
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of company and partner information
• Prior accounts payable experience is preferred
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills are required
• Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness is critical
• Strong communication skills are necessary
• Excellent data entry skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Must be a team player and highly motivated