Accounts Payable Specialist

Location This position is 100% in-office and reports to our facility on site in Syracuse, NY. Job Summary The Accounts Payable Specialist performs accounting and clerical duties related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions. A successful candidate will have a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and a desire to work as a part of a team. Salary Range $26.00 to $30.00 per hour, based on experience. Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm Responsibilities Receives and reviews purchase orders, check requests, and/or related documentation for completeness and compliance with financial policies, procedures, and contractual requirements Matches original invoices and requests for payment with internal purchase orders or check request; performs calculations to determine appropriate payment schedules and amounts and makes modifications as necessary Codes, verifies, and electronically enters accounts payable data into ledgers Draws, verifies, and posts payments to appropriate vendors and/or agencies Follows up on account statements and other discrepancies regarding payment of accounts and serves as liaison between departments and vendors in the resolution of administrative problems and inquiries Maintains logs, enters and balances account data, and generates statistical summary reports as required Pay vendors by preparing checks and arranging online payments based on approvals Assist with special accounting projects as needed Qualifications Basic Qualifications Associate’s degree in business or related field Knowledge of standard accounts payable policies, procedures, and regulations Ability to understand and interpret vendor invoices, statements, and other requests for payment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Successfully clear drug screen and background check to meet industry and security licensing requirements Preferred Qualifications Minimum of three (3) years of experience in business or related field Comfortable in a fast paced, high volume, environment Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities Strong organizational skills with a great deal of attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Benefits Annual salary increases Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) Paid Vacation and Sick Time Wellness Program + Wellness Days Off Internal advancement opportunities The opportunity to make an impact on communities across the country every day Equal Opportunity Statement Rapid Response is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr