ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST

Job Summary:

The Accounts Payable Clerk will be responsible for monitoring the outflow of capital for the company.  

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Receives and verifies expense reports; reconciles expense and other financial reports with account balances and other office records.
• Facilitates payment of vendors, which may include verification of federal ID numbers, reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies.
• Ensures outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identifies discount opportunities, and issues purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed.
• Records entry of, verifies documentation for, and distributes petty cash. 
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Must be reliable and extremely trustworthy. 
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related programs.
• Must be able to learn other accounting software systems. 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
• Must have time management skills and multitasking skills.
• Be able to stay focused on tasks and have the ability to work well under pressure.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma required, Business or Accounting degree preferred.
• Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) certification preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times