POSITION SUMMARY:
Under close supervision of the Accounts Payable Supervisor, responsible for supporting the accounts payable activities in the facility, performing tasks requiring quick resolution of issues.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs daily accounts payable activities such as maintenance of the general ledger and preparation of various accounting statements and financial reports.
- Responsible for preparing all payables and completing all standard operating procedures as required.
- Makes calls to vendors to clarify any questionable invoice items, prices or signatures; calls department for proper information and or data regarding invoice payments.
- Facilitates the payment process by ensuring all required documentation is accompanied with the payment request.
- Takes phone calls and responds to any questions from departments or vendors as it relates to invoice payments.
- Maintains frequent contact with internal and external customers in order to address all payment issues.
- Assists other corporate associates and the Regional Director of Finance.
- May assist other Accounts Payable Clerks in departmental initiatives.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Requires broad training in fields such as business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year bachelor's degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education. Normally requires less than one (1) year experience.
MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Knowledge of general accounting principles
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills
- Strong organizational skills; attention to detail; dependable
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, Outlook and Access