AP Accountant

Herculite Products, Inc.•Manchester Township, PA

About The Position

The AP Accountant will be responsible for a variety of accounting tasks, including processing invoices and payments, reconciling accounts, and supporting month-end close processes. This role requires a solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, and will contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes.

Requirements

Degree in Accounting, Business or related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a similar position.
Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, including accruals, reconciliations, and general ledger structure.
Experience supporting month-end close processes.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines
Strong math skills, problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to maintain cooperative, diplomatic working relationships at all levels of the company.
Work as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues.
Above average verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent computer skills: MS Office, Excel, Word, ERP and Accounting software.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing environment a plus.
Knowledge of Syteline and Paylocity a plus.

Responsibilities

Voucher invoices and wire payments daily.
Obtain proper information to accurately code and process invoice payments.
Clarify invoice items, prices, or receiving signatures.
Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and/or issues with vendors.
Maximize available early payment discounts.
Print A/P checks and Supplier Pay drafts weekly and match with invoices.
Encourage vendor adoption of Supplier Pay and assist vendors with payment advice retrieval.
Verify expense reports for proper documentation and coding.
Maintain schedules of recurring invoices, tax payments, and other obligations to ensure timely payment.
Generate cash requirements report weekly.
Maintain organized vendor invoice files and supporting documentation.
Prepare month-end accruals for Accounts Payable and other assigned balance sheet accounts.
Record, maintain and reconcile monthly: Outstanding Supplier Pay balances with the general ledger at month end, credit card transactions, monthly workbooks for assigned balance sheet accounts and post the related monthly journal entries, A/P aging and unvouchered A/P listing with the general ledger.
Monitor the default account and reclass posting to proper accounts.
Provide back-up services to A/R and Payroll positions, as needed.
Assist with internal reporting, audit support, and documentation requests.
Apply sound accounting judgment to transactional and close-related activities.
Effectively communicate with internal departments and external vendors.
Support continuous improvement of accounting processes, documentation, and controls.
Follow department and company safety regulations.