Accounts Payable Manager

J&R Schugel Trucking, Inc.•New Ulm, MN

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About The Position

The Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the accounts payable function, including invoice processing, statement reconciliation, and ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments. The Accounts Payable Manager will collaborate closely with the finance team to maintain accurate records, support month-end closings, and resolve payment discrepancies. In addition, this position will play a key role in building and shaping the Accounts Payable Department, leveraging prior experience and collaborating with the existing accounting team to establish efficient processes and best practices.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, business or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Three or more years of accounts payable or accounting clerk experience is required.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Able to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
Strong planning and organization skills.
Basic accounting understanding and strong mathematical aptitude.
Professional verbal and written communication skills.
Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Detailed orientated.
Creative problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the transportation industry desired but not required.
AS400/TMW experience desired.

Responsibilities

Reviews and verifies invoices and check requests.
Sorts, codes, and matches invoices, sets invoices up for payment, enters and uploads invoices
Ensure charges are valid, accurate and properly approved prior to payment.
Ensure payments are made to vendors in a timely manner.
Ensures compliance with IRS 1099 requirements and other IRS rules.
Establishes procedures and guidelines to ensure risk of theft and fraud are mitigated.
Report on process improvement opportunities and assist with implementation when required.
Maintain accurate and complete AP documentation and filing.
Respond to vendor inquiries and reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies as needed.
Set up vendors in system.
Assist in driver payroll duties.
Performs other duties as assigned or directed by Supervisor.