Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

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Groundworks is seeking a talented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Virginia Beach, VA or Irving, TX.

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of all corporate invoices and payment requests. They are responsible to verify sales taxes on invoices and make proper correction to comply with state requirements. Handles all vendor payable inquiries, analyzes requests and transactions, and acts as liaison with internal partners to recommend optimal resolution. They are responsible to conduct credit card purchase audits and ensure compliance to Groundworks credit card policy. They provide direct or online user support and accounts payable training to end users.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure all transactions (invoices, check requests and credit card transactions) are handled and resolved according to service level agreement. Escalate issues when applicable and ensure timely resolution to maintain high customer satisfaction.
• Analyze exceptions (such as but not limited to invoices not matching with PO, incomplete requests, error in taxation) to detect patterns, determine root causes and implement a resolution.
• Performs credit card transaction audit reviews in accordance with travel & expense policy, communicates guidelines and required amendments to requestors for compliance.
• Identify risks regarding process inputs, internal operations, and recommend options to mitigate.
• Provide ad hoc support during internal and external audit reviews.
• Act as a subject matter expert on designated processes.
• Collaborate with assigned branches to resolve invoice and purchase order discrepancies and ensure timely and accurate payment to vendors.
• Maintain a strong working relationship with internal and external partners to resolve issues.
• Acquire and maintain technical understanding of payable process in order to support end users.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• It is an essential function of this job that the employee regularly and reliably reports to work on time each working day.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in corporate accounts payable role
• Associate's degree in accounting or equivalent experience
• Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment
• Extensive knowledge of corporate payables business processes and associated Microsoft Dynamics 365 functionalities
• Strong analytical skills
• Experience in shared services environment is considered an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, specific proficiency in Excel

Working Conditions

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be in an office environment with no required travel. The role is in person for 3 days a week with 2 days of remote work.

Requirements & Perks

• Full-time
• Onsite: 1741 Corporate Landing Pkwy, Virginia Beach or 1945 W Walnut Hill Ln Irving, TX
• Competitive hourly salary with annual bonus potential
• Employee Ownership/Equity

What We Provide

• Competitive Pay
• Employee Company Ownership Opportunities
• Industry Leading Training Programs
• Leadership Development and Career Growth Tracks
• Comprehensive and Affordable Benefits Package
• Top Workplace with Award Winning Culture