Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

** Duties and Responsibilities: **

· Process, code, enter, and post all accounts payable invoices and expense reports.

· Transmits organizational checking information to the bank.

· Enters & and posts closing journals for corporate monthly close.

· Researches all issues and discrepancies related to accounts payable processing.

· Assist with the roll forward of the financials at month end.

· Establish & and maintain relationships with new and existing vendors.

· Assist in the development of the Department Process and Protocols.

· Using technology to analyze workflow processes & find cost-saving processes.

Required Experience:

· Minimum of 1-3 years of experience working in accounts payable processing.

· Comprehensive understanding of Accounts Payable in a manufacturing and distribution environment.

· Knowledge of economic and accounting principles, laws, and practices, the general ledger and accounts payable processes, banking and the analysis and reporting of accounting data.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

· Ability to effectively interact and communicate with large vendors.

· Ability to work independently and be a self-starter.

· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and

· Ability to learn quickly and adapt to multiple systems

· Knowledge of different accounting systems such as Infor, QuickBooks, Online, Sage, & visual is a plus.

· Ability to handle a variety of tasks and situations calmly and effectively.

· Attention to detail.

· Basic data entry skills.

· Excellent organizational skills.

· Problem analysis and problem resolution at a functional level.

· Strong team player.

· Commitment to company values and business ethics.

Required Education:

· Minimum, an Associate's degree in a related area, Bachelor’s is preferred

· A relevant combination of work experience and some formal education is acceptable