Accounts Payable Associate

Accounts Payable AssociateThe Accounts Payable Associate is responsible for maintaining the accounts payable ledger, processing and posting weekly payments, performing vendor research and reconciliations.Primary duties and responsibilities include:Receive, code and process accounts payable invoices into company systems which includes matching POs to invoicesProcess weekly check, ACH or Wire paymentsReconcile vendor ledgers to statementsResearch and respond to both internal and external customer inquiries and assist in resolving issues and discrepanciesProvide ad hoc information as requested to support current work and special projects including internal and external auditsAssist with monthly status reports, and monthly closings.Reconcile various accounts by identifying errors in posting or omissions by applying appropriate accounting standards.Assist with the preparation of 1099’sMaintain vendor W-9 formsComply with all relevant internal controlsAssist with other projects and duties as assignedQualifications include:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and/or 4+ years of applicable accounting experience.Accuracy and attention to detail is a mustExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational skills; must be detail orientedAbility to multi-task and work in small company environmentOpen to change and willing to learn new skillsAbility to meet deadlinesSolid PC skills, including spreadsheets and word processing.Strong knowledge of Microsoft Business Central and/or Continia preferableLanguage skills include:Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical journals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with employees and outside organizationsPhysical demands include:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand or walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms; and is subject to repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work environment characteristics include:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.