Accounts Payable Specialist

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.•Jacksonville, FL

47d

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist performs routine and non-routine clerical and accounting functions in general accounting and accounts payable, following standard procedures. The role handles invoice processing, vendor support, accounts payable reporting, audit preparation, and assistance with subsidiary general ledger close activities.

Requirements

Ability to adapt to changes.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Organized, detail-oriented, and analytical, with the ability to work independently.
Strong personal computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel and Great Plains or other accounting software.
Experience processing online payments through vendor websites.
Associate's degree in business, finance, or accounting, or equivalent work experience in accounts payable or accounting.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with high-volume data entry and working with large teams.

Responsibilities

Prepare invoices for entry into an automated system, review them for accuracy, and send them for electronic approval.
Process invoices in the Great Plains Accounting System.
Process purchase order invoices and project invoices.
Review reports and statements and respond to questions and requests about payment status.
Contact vendors as needed and provide customer service to vendors.
Provide information for various tax filings.
Communicate with other departments and regional personnel.
Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits.
Maintain and update vendor files.
Compile, audit, and report accounts payable data as needed.
Assist with closing and auditing monthly, quarterly, and yearly subsidiary general ledger accounts.
Perform other accounting duties as required.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage
Life insurance
Optional accident, critical illness, hospital, identity theft, and life insurance coverages
Flexible spending and health savings account plans
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Retirement Plan
On-the-job training and paid training
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement