AP Accountant

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.