Accounts Payable Specialist

Waterworks • Danbury, CT

13d • $52,000 - $62,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Waterworks is seeking an energetic, career-minded Accounts Payable Specialist to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The role requires a solid understanding of GAAP, accuracy and attention to detail, strong analytical and organizational capabilities, adherence to company schedules, and a commitment to process improvement. The specialist will communicate openly and promptly within the Accounting team and across the company. This is a hybrid role requiring onsite presence at least three days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting.
• 1–2 years of related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Flexibility and ability to work independently and/or manage multiple assignments and responsibilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high-volume processing.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, planning skills, and attention to detail.
• Desire to be part of a growing organization and to grow into a larger role.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of JD Edwards, Business Objects, Concur, and/or Sage Fixed Asset software.
• Business Objects report-writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounts payable functions, including vouchering, preparing payments, and cash requirement reporting.
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receiving records, and vendor invoices.
• Partner with Inventory Management and the Warehouse team to resolve purchase order and accounts payable variances.
• Review and maintain the vendor prepayment register.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoice and payment status.
• Back up and assist with month-end close responsibilities related primarily to accounts payable, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals.
• Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation.
• Develop and implement accounts payable procedures and internal controls by analyzing current procedures and recommending improvements.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off program covering vacation, personal, and sick time.
• Some summer half days.
• Volunteer day.
• At least eight federal holidays observed annually, plus a floating holiday.
• Competitive salary and bonus potential.
• Extensive training and career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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