Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Are you a numbers aficionado, skillful in maximizing costs and minimizing expenses? Finance and Accounting focuses on the organization's financial management strategies and execution. If this piques your interest, read more below and apply today!

Responsibilities

• Proficient use of computers and data entry
• Reviews invoices for accuracy prior to processing
• Processes invoices on a timely basis as received
• Manual entry of Account Payable spreadsheets and invoices into computer system
• Provides customer service via phone and email to operations and vendors
• Scans invoices electronically into computer imaging system
• Reviews Oracle for outstanding invoices and resubmits invoices for payment
• Processes and research daily Account Payable/payroll mail and distribute
• Ensures AP integrity through audit reports, data analysis, and collaboration with other team members
• Maintains AP operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Certification

• General Education Diploma or High School Diploma required
• Associates degree or Technical Training, preferred
• Relevant work experience in accounting and/or bookkeeping, preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong personal computer skills, including Excel and MS Office tools, spreadsheet, and database usage
• Ability to utilize new tools and technologies in a rapidly changing environment
• Strong analytical and problem resolution skills with high attention to detail, timeliness, and accuracy
• Ability to multi-task
• Knowledge of current industry trends, standards, and practices in the areas of economic and accounting principles
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate (verbal and written) with all levels of personnel internal and external to the company
• Capability of working responsibly with highly confidential information and of maintaining composure under duress
• Exercises independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work according to applicable regulations, company policies and procedures

Personal Attributes

• Must be proficient in use of office equipment including, but not limited to telephone, computer, calculator, or copier
• Strong customer service orientation
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Adept at reading, writing, and interpreting technical documentation and procedure manuals
• Ability to conduct research into hardware and software issues and products as required
• Ability to present ideas and solutions in user-friendly language
• Highly self-motivated and directed
• Keen attention to detail