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Accounts Payable Specialist
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What they do
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.
$44,262 / year median in Indiana
-2% projected decline
Job Description
The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for supporting the management of a company's financial obligations to its vendors and suppliers. This includes processing vendor invoices, making payments, and maintaining accurate records of financial transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor the company's A/P and identify overdue accounts Contact vendors regarding payment status/details & review account statements. Resolve vendor issues and complaints concerning invoices Submit regular reports on the status of aging accounts and any open vendor credits Monitors and research problems with the AP Aging Monitor/Research/Adjust vendor debits and credits Support Internal/External audits Process vendor payments in accounting software Assist in Month-end closing procedures as needed Assist with Cash and AP Projections as needed Create and post journal entries Perform account validations Prepare and complete monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations Support administration, monitoring, & compliance of company credit card programRequirements:
Associate's Degree in Accounting or related experience 2+ years AP experience Knowledge of ability to use PC's and related software (for accounting, spreadsheets, word processing, etc.) Ability to readily interface with all areas of the company and outside contacts, while maintaining confidentiality on sensitive issues Excellent verbal and oral communication skills High degree of self-motivation and independent decision makingBenefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): What is your target compensation rate?Experience:
Accounts payable: 2 years (Preferred)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance