Accounts Payable Specialist

Goodwill Northern New England•Gorham, ME

18h•$20 - $23

About The Position

At Goodwill Northern New England, we are dedicated to creating sustainable communities that thrive through the fullest participation of their diverse residents. Our commitment to triple-bottom-line results—integrating social, economic, and environmental goals—is at the core of everything we do. Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of our financial records.

Requirements

Successful completion of a criminal background check meeting agency standards.
Some relevant experience in Accounts Payable.
High school diploma or GED.
Demonstrated understanding of basic accounting terminology and procedures.
Intermediate proficiency with MS Excel and MS Word.
Knowledge of office practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

Computing, classifying, and recording numerical data to maintain accurate financial records.
Applying knowledge of chart of accounts and expense coding to ensure precise posting to the general ledger.
Verifying the accuracy of numbers, calculations, and postings related to business transactions entered by other team members.
Reviewing invoices for discount opportunities, analyzing late fees, and taking necessary actions.
Reviewing vendor statements to ensure balances are current and reconciled.
Identifying Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payment opportunities through programs such as WEX ADP or bank drafts (ACH).