Accounts Payable Associate

Knight Transportation • Phoenix, AZ

16d • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Join Knight Transportation as an Accounts Payable Associate! Knight Transportation is powered by people. We are committed to a culture of high expectations and exceptional performance. At Knight, we hire good teammates who share our values, unselfishly take personal accountability for results, and bring innovative ideas to the table. Our people are passionate about continual learning, display honesty and mutual respect, and give their best every day. Join our Knight Family as we offer results-driven people a place to make a difference in a stable and maturing industry.

Requirements

• Previous AP experience preferred.
• Experience in transportation industry preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to complete 10-key by touch.
• Must be detail orientated.
• Must have the ability to manage multiple tasks throughout the day.
• Must be a solid team player.
• Must have strong organizational skills.
• Must be proficient with MS Office Excel and able to use basic formulas.

Responsibilities

• Validate transactions and ensure accurate and timely payment of amounts due.
• Audit invoices for accuracy, verify invoice information and general ledger account coding of invoices.
• Communicate with Knight personnel and vendors via phone, email, and in person.
• Research, and work with various company systems (ex. Payables Ledger, TMT Purchase Order system, DocAgent, Great Plains).
• Research various discrepancies, unpaid invoices, and process timely to avoid late payments.
• Meet deadlines and goals defined by Leaders.
• Research problem invoices and work with terminals / vendors as needed.
• Assist with auditing corporate card transactions.
• Use problem solving skills to resolve AP workflow issues.
• May cross-train A/P Staff on functions as directed by AP Leadership.
• Maintain and positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner which facilitates the success of business operations in order to meet company demands and expectations.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.
• Potential bonus pay based on company performance.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.
• 401(K)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED