Accounts Payable Associate

Aston Carter • MD

80d • $24 - $24

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Associate is responsible for maintaining vendor relationships within the Sub-Vendor Program process. The role involves serving as the primary contact for vendor invoicing and payment processing, while providing financial and administrative support to ensure payments and expenses are processed accurately and in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Accounts payable experience
• Accounting knowledge
• Customer service orientation
• Management skills
• 1-2 years of AP experience
• Proficiency in MS Suite, particularly Excel and Word

Nice To Haves

• Prior AP experience
• Pursuing a 2-year degree in a business-related field
• Prior internship or 1-2 years of work experience in customer service or a business/financial environment
• Ability to multi-task and work both independently and in a team environment
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Professionalism
• Attention to detail
• Strong follow-up skills
• Multi-tasking and critical thinking skills
• Problem-solving ability

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the payment process for 650-750 sub-contractors.
• Audit internal systems to ensure payments are set to release accurately and internal controls are correctly established.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies with a high level of customer service.
• Serve as a support liaison for field offices and the Operational Support Group regarding vendor and payment policies and procedures.
• Produce various reports for field and corporate managers to assist with customer obligations and business decisions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees