Accounts Payable Representative I

Accounts Payable Representative I
Accounting Department
Non-Exempt
Full-Time

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Accounts Payable Representative I position participates in the daily accounting and clerical functions of Lakewood Church (LWC), including data record entry, reporting activities, and communications. This position requires the performance of basic bookkeeping and familiarity with the operations and objectives of an internal payment processing system.

Reports to: Accounts Payable Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION
This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with applicable laws including the Americans with Disability Act (ADA).

• Develop and maintain a working knowledge and understanding of LWC policies and procedures related to the Accounts Payable department
• Monitor the accounts payable inbox in Outlook
• Create .pdf invoice files and documents and attach to invoice entries in the accounting system
• Request and attach required federal ID documents to vendor accounts (IRS Forms W9, W8-Ben, 8233)
• Enter vendor invoices into the accounting system accurately and timely
• Respond to and/or escalate vendor inquiries in a timely and courteous manner
• Retrieve supporting documents related to weekly check runs
• Other related duties as assigned

MINISTERIAL DUTIES

As an employee of Lakewood Church, you are a part of an over 60-year legacy of faith. As a part of the Lakewood team, you are a key part of our mission in taking the hope found in Jesus to the world. This means that as part of your job responsibilities, you are considered a spiritual leader in the Church. You are responsible for communicating the Church’s beliefs and our mission to our congregants, to maintain a lifestyle consistent with the Scriptures, and are required to belong to the Church as part of our faith community.

This will also include:

• Regular attendance at Church services and classes
• Serving as a Prayer Partner or as a volunteer in any ministry of the Church, and
• Serving our community through local outreaches from time to time when needed by the Church

QUALIFICATIONS

• Uncompromised commitment to Lakewood Church’s vision, values, and core beliefs
• Typing proficiency of at least 50-60 WPM with 85-90% accuracy
• Basic knowledge of general accounting principles, practices, and procedures
• Basic knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong attention to detail and thoroughness
• Ability to work independently and with a team, in a fast-paced, high volume environment, with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all records
• Prior experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX preferred

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of a High School Degree/GED is required
• Some college coursework in Accounting, Finance, or General Business, or 1+ years of recent related experience in a purchasing, or accounts payable environment is preferred