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AFC Industries

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST

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An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.

$44,850 / year median in Iowa

-13% projected decline

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Job Description

AFC Industries is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing supply chain management solutions for fasteners and assembly components to original equipment manufacturers, assembly plants, and other users of these products. We support a diverse industry base of manufacturers across a broad range of industries. Our experienced team has a proven track record of helping manufacturers and assemblers reduce cost, improve quality, and increase efficiency. We are A Company Culture Devoted to Innovation & Improvement AFC provides localized expertise to customers in particular industries and geographies. We don't have a traditional hierarchical management structure where everyone simply "reports up." Instead, our company is made up of on-the-ground experts operating in an entrepreneurial fashion with the backing and support of an enterprise-grade organization. Sharing cultural values breeds consistency and quality throughout our organization. Collectively, we are committed to a simple management approach, which influences our company culture and our management style. Accounts Payable Specialist reporting to the Controller. The purpose of this position within the accounts payable function is for timely processing of vendor invoices, credits, and payments while maintaining accurate records and control reports. Activities and responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Specialist include:
Accounts Payable:
Reviews three-way match of accounts payable documents to ensure they all report the same information: invoice, purchase order, and receipt Investigates and resolves problems associated with processing of invoices and purchase orders Post vendor invoices and credit memos Understands, manages and supports the vendor payment process Reconciles vendor statements to internal records and communicates any issues to the vendor Receives, researches, and resolves a variety of routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancies to appropriate persons Run and review aging reports Assist with account reconciliations Obtain and organize required documentation from customers Update/maintain W-9 forms as needed General Finance duties Assist with daily / weekly reporting Provide requested documentation and support during audits Document procedures and file documents as necessary Open tickets with IT/ERP support as necessary Assist Controller as necessary This position is fully in-office
Professional Experience Requirements:
Education :
Associate or Bachelor's degree in accounting or business preferred but not required
Work Experience:
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working in an Entry level accounting position and Education or additional experience in accounting or related field will be considered in lieu of a degree Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Prophet 21 preferred but not required
Professional Skills:
Strong written and verbal communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills General knowledge of accounting principles as it relates to accounts payable Ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail Able to prioritize workload to meet deadlines Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word Proven ability to multi-task when necessary Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills; work well with others Professionalism and professional image Willingness to work additional hours in peak times Team player, Positive attitude, and High ethics
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance