Accounts Payable Specialist I

Administer and perform various aspects of weekly accounts payable processing for all related companies. Maintain pending invoices and paid invoice files. This position works under direct supervision following documented procedures to facilitate timely payments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Verify accuracy of invoices and audit voucher package for all corresponding attachments.
• Audit invoices for accuracy of the appropriate G/L account codes.
• Enter invoices into computer for payment.
• Copy voucher information and maintain completed A/P files locally.
• Forward invoice registers and completed voucher packages to Sarasota for payment processing.
• Provide support to other members of the Finance Department.
• Assist management on projects.
• Assist as needed with receptionist coverage.
• Occasional extra hours as needed.

II.Education and Experience

• H. S. diploma, plus additional broad specialized training equivalent to 2 years of college.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in a computerized accounting related environment with general ledger account coding.

III.Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to read and write correspondence.

IV.Mathematical Skills

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the ability to apply concepts such as fractions and percentages to practical situations as well as be able to read and interpret graphical data.
• Ability to use a ten-key calculator by touch.

V.Reasoning Ability

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the ability to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions, and deal with problems involving several concrete or non-concrete variables.

VI.Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

N/A

VII.Physical Demands

• This position requires: Standing, walking, sitting, use of hands and fingers, ability to feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, and hear and see.

VIII.Work Environment

• This position requires working in an office environment located in a plant 100% of the time.