AP Accountant
Job Type
Full-time
Description
  • Voucher invoices and wire payments daily.
  • Obtain proper information to accurately code and process invoice payments.
  • Clarify invoice items, prices, or receiving signatures. 
  • Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and/or issues with vendors.
  • Maximize available early payment discounts.
  • Print A/P checks and Supplier Pay drafts weekly and match with invoices. 
  • Encourage vendor adoption of Supplier Pay and assist vendors with payment advice retrieval.  
  • Verify expense reports for proper documentation and coding.
  • Maintain schedules of recurring invoices, tax payments, and other obligations to ensure timely payment.  
  • Generate cash requirements report weekly. 
  • Maintain organized vendor invoice files and supporting documentation.
  • Prepare month-end accruals for Accounts Payable and other assigned balance sheet accounts.
  • Record, maintain and reconcile monthly: 
  • Outstanding Supplier Pay balances with the general ledger at month end.
  • Credit card transactions.
  • Monthly workbooks for assigned balance sheet accounts and post the related monthly journal entries.
  • A/P aging and unvouchered A/P listing with the general ledger.
  • Monitor the default account and reclass posting to proper accounts.
  • Provide back-up services to A/R and Payroll positions, as needed.
  • Assist with internal reporting, audit support, and documentation requests.
  • Apply sound accounting judgment to transactional and close-related activities.
  • Effectively communicate with internal departments and external vendors.
  • Support continuous improvement of accounting processes, documentation, and controls.
  • Follow department and company safety regulations.
Requirements
  • Degree in Accounting, Business or related field. 
  • Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a similar position. Manufacturing environment a plus.
  • Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, including accruals, reconciliations, and general ledger structure.
  • Experience supporting month-end close processes.
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines
  • Strong math skills, problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain cooperative, diplomatic working relationships at all levels of the company. Work as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues.
  • Above average verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Excellent computer skills: MS Office, Excel, Word, ERP and Accounting software. Knowledge of Syteline and Paylocity a plus.