Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

A temporary, entry-level Accounting Associate is needed to support the Finance and Accounting department with accounts payable, bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and general accounting duties. It will start August 17th for 1 to 2 months in Alpharetta up to 16 hours a week to start. Temporary with potential to become permanent. Reports To: Director of Finance and Accounting

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the Accounts Payable email inbox.
• Review, code, enter, and process vendor invoices.
• Verify invoices have proper approvals and supporting documents.
• Prepare invoices for ACH, check, or other payment processing.
• Respond to vendor questions and reconcile vendor statements.
• Research missing invoices, duplicate payments, and account discrepancies.
• Review employee expense reports and company credit card documentation.
• Prepare bank and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Research and document outstanding reconciliation items.
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with audit requests, accounting schedules, and special projects.
• Protect confidential financial, employee, and vendor information.

Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Accounting required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Two to three years of accounting experience.
• Accounts Payable or reconciliation experience.
• Basic knowledge of GAAP, debits, credits, and general ledger accounting.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• QuickBooks Online.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines while working a limited part-time schedule.
• Professional communication skills and the ability to work independently.