Job Summary: The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing the company's accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate payment of invoices, and maintaining strong relationships with vendors. This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within the finance team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Invoice Processing: Review, verify, and process invoices for goods and services received, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Payment Management: Prepare and execute payment runs, including checks, ACH transfers, and wire payments, ensuring timely payment to vendors.
- Vendor Relations: Communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies, answer inquiries, and maintain positive relationships.
- Expense Reporting: Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and accurate reimbursement.
- Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliations of accounts payable transactions and vendor statements.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and organized records of all accounts payable transactions.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Reporting: Assist in the preparation of accounts payable reports and analyses for management review.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar role, preferably within a CPG company.
- Skills:
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Working Conditions:
- Environment: Office setting with occasional remote work options.
- Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities