Associate Accountant - Accounts Payable; Temporary

Associate Accountant - Accounts Payable (Temporary)

Tracking Code 5815 Job Description

This position is an entry
-level Accounts Payable Position responsible for supporting the Corporate Accounts Payable functions with accurate and timely processing of all Accounts Payable transactional documents. This position will process accounts payable transactions 90% of the time while processing anaverage of 150 invoices daily with a 95% accuracy rate. This position will focus on processing these transactional documents in accordance with company/departmental policies and procedures.

• Process routine Accounts Payable invoices including two/three-way match and overhead invoices while following departmental standard operating procedures.
• Review invoices for completeness and ensure required documentation and approvals are obtained.
• Process invoice information accurately into the Company’s ERP and any other accounts payable systems.
• Route invoices accurately for approval.
• Assist with other accounts payable workload, when needed.
• Follow established internal controls, accounting policies and departments’ standard operating procedures.

• High school diploma
• Basic understanding of full cycle accounts payable
• Willingness to learn quickly, ask questions when unsure, and have a desire to grow within the department.
• One to three years of Accounts Payable experience, including one year in a full cycle accounts payable environment.
• Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Team players that work well with other team members to achieve departmental goals and service level expectations.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn multiple accounting systems quickly
• Basic analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, fraud prevention procedures, and accounting standards

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, to join our dynamic team.

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Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an
Equal Opportunity Employer
and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin,…