Accounts Payable Specialist

Job SummaryKidder Mathews Accounts Payable Specialist performs full cycle AP processes including invoice entry into accounting system, SL, reconciling payables, processing expense reports and other clerical and accounting tasks that are related to processing and maintenance of Accounts Payable Transactions. The AP Specialist plays a key role in ensuring Kidder Mathews pays invoices on time and within contractual terms.

Essential Functions

Follow the company's established accounting processesReconcile statements and process invoices for designated vendors within SL systemPost transactions in General Ledger, journals, and other records accurately and on timeUpload and enter invoices into the systemProcess expense reports and track expensesResearch and resolve vendor statements and discrepancies.Follow-up with vendors and KM departments for resolutionAnalysis of Accounts preparationProcess electronic payments and transfersSort, match, and code invoices accuratelySupport month end closingsProvide supporting reports for audits as requestedReview accounts and ensure that payments are currentProduce Monthly ReportsReconciliation of A/P transactionsAssist in preparing commission payments and enter into accounts ensuring accuracyParticipate in various ad hoc projects

Other Functions

Perform other duties or projects as requested

Essential Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the competencies (minimum knowledge, skill, and ability) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills and Ability

Ability to multi-task and utilize resources to execute tasks within a deadline-oriented environmentAccurate, attentive, detail oriented, with strong analytical skillsProficient at data entry; 10 key by touchProfessional and customer-service oriented with the ability to interface with employees, management and clientsAble to function in a team environment with demonstrated ability in problem solvingProfessional telephone etiquette with excellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to prioritize and organize work load in order to meet daily, weekly and monthly deadlinesProfessional level of confidentiality in handling employee informationDemonstrated high level of initiative and strong trouble shooting skillsAbility to work outside of normal office hours to meet various deadlines

Education/Certification

High School Degree or EquivalentAA in accounting is preferred

Required Knowledge

PC literate (internet, Excel, Word, Outlook) and working knowledge of accounting systems (Great Plains, Microsoft Dynamics or SL is preferred).

EXPERIENCe REQUIRED

1+ years Accounts Payable experience

Work Environment

This is a standard office environment with standard office noise like talking, office equipment, etc.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee must frequently sit and use a computer for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities are required to do this job including close vision. The employee must sometimes lift and/or move items up to 10 pounds.

Supervisory Responsibilities

There are no direct supervisory responsibilities