Accounts Payable Specialist

Set Free Alaska • Wasilla, AK

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About The Position

The Accounts Payable / Receivable (AP/AR) Specialist is responsible for all aspects of accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including grant monitoring and reporting. The role also performs day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts receivable data, and preparing bills, invoices, and bank deposits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of experience in general accounting.
• Knowledge of and experience with QuickBooks accounting software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications and general accounting software.
• Ability to pass a drug screening and State of Alaska background check.
• Proven working experience with accounts payable transactions.
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping and accounting.
• Data-entry skills and aptitude with numbers.
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets.
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Punctuality and consistency in reporting to work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and treat everyone with dignity and respect.
• Ability to be a team player, demonstrate motivation, and exercise discretion and dependability.
• Proficient computer skills and fluid use of electronic communication tools.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable, including vendor invoices, utility bills, and reimbursements.
• Input and distribute accounts payable checks and direct-pay transactions.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and reconcile vendor statements.
• Maintain vendor records, including insurance certificates and W-9 forms.
• Prepare the monthly aged accounts payable summary and review it for accuracy and relevance.
• Distribute mail and maintain document files, including electronic data storage.
• Prepare petty cash transactions.
• Support SFA-related travel arrangements.
• Support accounts receivable processes as a secondary agent when needed.
• Perform accounts receivable functions and reporting, including grant monitoring.
• Verify, classify, compute, post, and record accounts receivable data.
• Prepare bills, invoices, and bank deposits.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with 3% match
• Paid time off
• Continuing education stipend

What This Job Offers

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