• Accounts Payable Specialist

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Muskegon, MI)


    Description

    Accounts Payable Specialist

     

    Department: Finance Reports to: Controller

    Job Summary:

    This position will perform duties associated with the accounting function of the company with a focus on Accounts Payable and Credit Card Expenditures.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Verify invoice details against purchase orders and shipping documents.

    • Identify and address any discrepancies or errors on matching process prior to posting into ERP system (AccountingSeed) for payment.

    • Reconcile accounts payable balance with vendor statements monthly.

    • Verify invoice details and enter all corporate billing invoices into ERP system.

    • Review all freight bills: File disputes as needed, complete customer billbacks , track to resolution.

    • Prepare bi-weekly electronic check run

    • Create new vendor payment templates in bank for approval.

    • Enter vendor payments to be processed via ACH and wire for approval.

    • Process approved vendor payments via credit card.

    • Maintain accurate and organized financial records, vendor files, and payment documentation

    • Review monthly general ledger transactions within SG& A accounts for accuracy and recurring automated transactions when utilized.

    • Reconcile monthly credit card statement.

    • Maintain vendor information in ERP system.

    • Assist in the month end close process.

    • Prepare/issue 1099’s as part of year-end process.

    • Backup for the Accounts Receivable function

    • Create process improvements that streamline/automate accounts payable tasks and reporting

    • Perform ad hoc requests necessary to support the Company

    Requirements

    Skills/Experience Required:

    • 1-3 years’ experience in an accounting role

    • Attention to detail and accuracy is necessary

    • Highly motivated and team oriented

    • Great communication skills, both written and verbally in person and on the phone.

    • Proficient in Word and Excel – prior experience with pivot tables and analytical formulas desired

    • Multi-tasking – can easily change from one task to another, and a willingness to perform whichever task needs to be accomplished

    Education Required:

    • Associates’ degree in Accounting/Business

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Business preferred

     

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