Job Description:
SUMMARY
This position is responsible for performing non-routine, moderately complex accounts payable/receivable functions. Pays bills for the organization and maintains the accounts payable ledger and/or processes and corrects billing records, credit and collection activities and maintenance of the accounts receivable ledger. Analyzes and processes transactions. Role could be performed by an employee with a minimum of a high school education or equivalent.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Process inventory invoices for payment using 3-way match of PO, receiver, and invoice ensuring all appropriate documentation and approval
Process non-inventory invoices ensuring all appropriate documentation, coding, and approval
Help prepare monthly AP accrual
Prepare checks weekly, matching invoices, obtaining signatures for checks if needed, and distributing checks accordingly
Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately
Verify daily inventory receiving transactions
Assist with Month End close and prepare reconciliations of payables
Year-end 1099 Filing
Respond to vendor inquiries and review AP statements for discrepancies, past dues, etc.,
A/R invoicing
Respond to customer requests for invoice copies
Participate in annual physical inventory
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Work Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required, associate’s degree in accounting preferred
3+ years of full cycle AP experience required, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Job —Specific Knowledge
To perform this job successfully, the individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of these areas as they relate to the primary functions of the job.
Knowledge of basic accounting procedures
Proficient in Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables), and Outlook
Strong analytical thinking, problem solving skills and an aptitude for detail and strong organizational abilities a must
Must possess key leadership qualities, including flexibility, reliability, self-starter and effective team player and communicator
A positive attitude focused on understanding, anticipating and responding to the needs of our customers, both internal and external to the department and company
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Willing and able to work overtime when necessary to meet financial reporting deadlines
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and 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.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is:
Perform activities including bending, stooping, standing, walking
Stand and walk from one (1) to two (2) hours per day
Climb up and down stairs four (4) to six (6) times per day
Operate common office equipment, i.e. PC, phone, copier, printer, fax
Work in climate-controlled environment
Work occasionally in climate-controlled plant, specifically during physical inventory count
Travel infrequently by various means of transportation, including car, train, bus, plane
Hours of Work
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM