Accounts Payable Specialist

Akers Packaging Service Inc • Middletown, OH

5h

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records and reports. This position requires a deep understanding of accounting principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will contribute to the overall success of the finance/accounting department by providing accurate financial information and assisting with financial processes. This position also delivers on our core focus of:

Service Matters
Relationships Count
Performance Delivered

While building on our core values of:

Help 1st
Take ownership
Do the right thing
Expect excellence

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience as an Accounting Specialist or in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with systems mentioned above.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Experience in corrugated, strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial records, including general ledger entries, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Monitor and analyze financial data to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
• Process and verify invoices, expense reports, and purchase orders.
• Review vendor statements, reconcile accounts, and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and process payments to vendors in a timely manner.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Generate and distribute financial reports and analyses to management and relevant departments.
• Contribute to the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Assist with internal and external audits, providing documentation and explanations as required.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting regulations and ensure compliance in financial operations.
• Utilize accounting software and systems for data entry, reporting, and analysis.
• Recommend improvements and enhancements to streamline accounting processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, procurement, and management, to address accounting-related inquiries and resolve issues.
• Ability to work in excess of 40 hours, as business needs arise
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Any other task or duty that is deemed necessary by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level