Accounts Payable Specialist

Kent Companies • Grand Rapids, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist receives, processes, and verifies invoices from vendors and subcontractors. This position will be the main point of contact for both outside vendors and internal personnel. The accounts payable clerk is a full-time, in-office position requiring strong, accurate data entry skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• 2+ years of accounts payable experience
• Competency in Microsoft applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/ job location(s).
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in accounting or finance is preferred.
• Experience with vendor invoices and job costing is preferred.
• Experience working for a construction company is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately review, code, and enter vendor and subcontractor invoices into the accounting software.
• Verify that vendor accounts are accurate and up to date by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
• Process weekly payments to vendors and subcontractors.
• Assist in reviewing corporate credit card purchases to ensure expenses align with company policy and procedures.
• Maintain vendor accounts to ensure the accuracy of information and obtain necessary compliance documents regarding federal tax ID numbers and insurance requirements.
• Verify sales and use tax computations and requirements.
• Communicate with vendors and project managers to resolve invoice discrepancies and questions.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching
• Holiday pay (New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
• Scholarship opportunities for dependents
• Leadership development opportunities

What This Job Offers

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