This position is 100% in-office and reports to our facility on site in Syracuse, NY.Job SummaryThe 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 experienceHoursMonday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pmResponsibilitiesReceives and reviews purchase orders, check requests, and/or related documentation for completeness and compliance with financial policies, procedures, and contractual requirementsMatches 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 necessaryCodes, verifies, and electronically enters accounts payable data into ledgersDraws, verifies, and posts payments to appropriate vendors and/or agenciesFollows 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 inquiresMaintains logs, enters and balances account data, and generates statistical summary reports as requiredPay vendors by preparing checks and arranging online payments based on approvalsAssist with special accounting projects as neededQualificationsBasic QualificationsAssociate's degree in business or related fieldKnowledge of standard accounts payable policies, procedures, and regulationsAbility to understand and interpret vendor invoices, statements, and other requests for paymentExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProficiency of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Successfully clear drug screen and background check to meet industry and security licensing requirementsPreferred QualificationsMinimum of three (3) years of experience in business or related fieldComfortable in a fast paced, high volume, environmentAbility to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilitiesStrong organizational skills with a great deal of attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsWhat awaits you at Rapid ResponseAnnual salary increasesMedical, Dental, Vision, and 401kPaid Vacation and Sick TimeWellness Program + Wellness DAYS OFFInternal advancement opportunitiesThe opportunity to make an impact on communities across the country every dayAdditional InformationRapid Response offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and dynamic and professional work environments. We also offer continued growth through our internal advancement opportunities. For more information, view our website at Rapid Response is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr