Accounts Payable Specialist

Renaissance Financial • St. Louis, MO

2d

About The Position

The mission of this full-time position is to support daily accounting operations
by overseeing high-volume check processing activities, maintaining accurate
records, and ensuring checks and payments are processed efficiently, accurately,
and in compliance with firm policies.

Requirements

• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• This position requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy.
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Work requires attention to detail in such things as composing, typing, and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.
• Excellent data entry and numerical skills٫ high accuracy and due diligence
• Associate’s degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• 4–7 years of experience in an accounts payable, accounting or payment processing role preferred
• General knowledge and understanding of accounts payable and basic accounting procedures
• Familiarity with QuickBooks or similar accounting systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook; Access preferred
• Proficiency in the use of computer programs for: Microsoft 365 Databases Typing of at least 50 wpm

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day check processing activities, including verifying, organizing, scanning, and recording high volumes of incoming checks in accordance with established procedures
• Receive, log, and distribute daily incoming and outgoing client checks in required software packages
• Maintain complete, accurate, and well-organized records of all processed checks
• Communicate clearly and efficiently with advisors, advisors’ assistants, and internal departments regarding check receipt, posting, and next steps for processing
• Confirm and verify that checks are accurately posted to appropriate accounts
• Research, track, and help resolve check-related discrepancies, documentation issues, and posting errors
• Manage incoming vendor invoices and assist with outgoing check payments related to accounts payable
• Assist with additional accounts payable and general accounting tasks as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees