Accounts Payable Specialist

Lafayette Economic Development Authority

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About The Position

This position performs activities necessary to process A/P vendor invoices, payments, and related support activities in the accounting systems.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of Accounts Payable Systems and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to plan priorities and work independently or with a group to accomplish objectives

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years Accounts Payable or related accounting experience (understanding of purchasing, receiving and inventory processes)

Responsibilities

• Enter A/P invoice data in an accurate and timely fashion
• Perform all types of vendor payments
• Verification of account codes for reasonableness
• Perform follow-ups on both internal and external information requests on payments
• Research and reconciliation of all vendor accounts and statements
• Maintain W9 and compliance forms for all vendors
• Ensure the accuracy of the Accounts Payable Trial Balance
• Ensure the accuracy of all vendor payments
• Ensure the accuracy of the Accounts Payable system, imports and balance Accounts Payable daily/weekly to General Ledger

What This Job Offers

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