Accounts Payable Specialist

Job PostingUnder general supervision, specialized knowledge and skills obtained through education and experience to maintain Accounts Payable supplier master data. Guidance is provided to perform moderately complex accounting functions requiring evaluation, originality and ingenuity to locate, select and apply appropriate procedures, processes and techniques to specific assignments. Recommend solutions to moderately complex problems. Regular contact with internal customers and external contacts is required to identify research and resolve problems.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesEstablishes and maintains supplier records including location 1099 data, and banking information.Reviews banking data for returned payments, researching the issue and requests appropriate resolutionMonitors Supplier inbox for questions from internal clients & outside suppliers.Reviews and processes requests to establish credit with suppliers, including senior management approval.Audits work completed by department associates to assure accuracy.Analyzes general ledger accounts to identify unusual or irregular transactions.Maintains functional area procedures, and current knowledge of policies and procedures.Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesIntermediate accounting concepts, practices and procedures.Accrual based accounting practices.Operations and systems of assigned functional area.Fundamental project management tools, techniques and procedures.Knowledge ofIntermediate accounting concepts, practices and procedures.Accrual based accounting practices.Operations and systems of assigned functional area.Fundamental project management tools, techniques and procedures.Skill inIdentifying and resolving system and operational issues.Identifying unusual transactions and accounting discrepancies.Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications to produce correspondence, reports, electronic communication, and spreadsheets.Ability toMake routine decisions and solve moderately complex accounting problems.Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.Identify and recommend changes for process improvements to increase efficiency in processing or analyzing financial information.Interpret and apply policies and recommend changes as appropriate.Organize, manage and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels.Work independently, as well as collaboratively within a team environment.Provide a high level of customer service. Handle inquiries and problem resolution with a strong sense of urgency.Educational/Previous Experience RequirementsBachelor's degree in accounting or finance with a minimum of (2) years Accounting experience in preparing and analyzing financial information, including some project management.OR ~Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience approved by Human Resources.At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to: • Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same • Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes • Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind • Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter • Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firmAt Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.