Accounts Payable Representative

Thomas Scientific•Swedesboro, NJ

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Representative performs the day-to-day processing of Accounts Payable for remittance to vendors. This is an individual contributor position. The Accounts Payable Representative possesses exceptional knowledge of the accounts payable process. The AP Representative also achieves the highest level of customer service when dealing with vendors and performs all duties related to processing incoming. In addition, the AP Representative represents Thomas in a professional, knowledgeable and courteous manner at all times and supports the Accounts Payable Team Lead, Supervisor & Director, Cash Management.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
Previous accounts payable experience preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office [Outlook, Word, Excel] required
Must have some knowledge of ERP systems
Must be eager to learn additional Accounts Payable processes and take on additional tasks, as needed
Highly organized and exceptional data entry skills required
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and process many invoices with minimal errors
Must be able to utilize critical thinking skills to effectively resolve issues

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field a plus

Responsibilities

Completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices.
Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports, recording entries.
Codes and enters Stock Invoices.
Provides superior customer service both internally & externally.
Develops and maintains strong rapport with external vendors by ensuring timely communication and proactively addressing and resolving issues.
Corresponds with various departments to resolve invoice issues.
Performs regular vendor statement reconciliations to identify discrepancies and ensure all outstanding items are accurately recorded and resolved.
Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
Provides backup support, as needed, in organizing and maintaining Accounts Payable records to ensure accuracy and accessibility of documentation.
Performing other duties as assigned or required.