A/P Specialist

Gypsum Management and Supply•Lawrenceville, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of an accounts payable specialist is to serve as support for the accounts payable associate and maintain accounts payable records, ensure that a company’s bills are paid on time and that the company is not overcharged for any services.

Requirements

Associates degree accounting, finance, or business administration is preferred
Minimum of 2 years of related work experience
Strong Microsoft office skills
Demonstrate knowledge of general accounting procedures
Ability to self-manage, show initiative, and solve problems.
Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and vendors.
Develop and maintain a good working relationship with all personnel and vendors.
Effectively utilize all capabilities of Trend accounting system.
Detail minded and organized.
Problem solve and prioritize tasks.
Manage stress level depending on projects and deadlines.
Multitask various projects simultaneously.
Receive and process financial information.
Assess documents, spreadsheets, financial statements, etc.

Responsibilities

Back up for Accounts Payable associate, direct orders, defect PORMS, vendor files
Maintains assigned vendor accounts payable files (Vendor setup, ACH setup, Vendor invoicing, etc)
Perform the day-to-day processing of accounts payable transactions to ensure that municipal finances are maintained in an effective, up to date, and accurate manner.
Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
Identify, implement, and assist with accounting projects/redesigns
Schedule weekly check run
Monitor vendor accounts and APTP report to ensure payments are made timely.
Cross train where needed