Accounts Payable

CraneWorks•Birmingham, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Associate oversees Accounts Payable Associates and functions including performing a range of accounting and clerical tasks related to the accounts payable function. This position will receive, process, and verify invoices, track and record purchase orders, and process payments.

Requirements

Detail oriented and strong organizational skills
Strong time management skills
Knowledge of basic accounting skills
Vendor relationships
PC proficiency
Data entry skills
General math skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
Ability to take on new projects as needed
High School Diploma or equivalent required
3-5 years of accounts payable experience
Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices
Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances
Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports
Pays vendors, verifies federal id numbers, schedules and prepare checks, resolves purchase orders, contracts, invoices, or payment discrepancies and documentation
Ensures credit is received for outstanding memos
Issues stop-payments or purchase order amendments
Maintains accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions
Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions
Maintains historical records by filing documents
Verify if tax exempt certificates are needed
Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential
Request and update W-9 information from vendors
Process 1099s and 1096 forms in a timely manner