Accounts Payable Specialist

JOB SUMMARY:

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for processing Invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Process accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently, including verifying invoices, obtaining approvals, and entering data into the accounting system
• Review all payables for accuracy in coding, tax accruals, discounts, and timely payment
• Review and reconcile vendor statements to ensure all invoices are accounted for and discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner.
• Respond to inquiries and resolve payment-related issues in a professional and timely manner.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely submission of invoices and proper coding of expenses
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications.

Education, Training, Certifications:

• High School diploma/ GED or Accounting certificate, required
• Associate's and/or bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or similar; preferred

Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements:

• 3+ years of accounting experience, required

Communication Skills:

• Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

Systems and Software Skills:

• Ability to operate a computer, use Microsoft Office, required
• Strong Excel knowledge, preferred
• Experience with ADP and/or Timberline (Sage), preferred

Other Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
• Must be able to comply with Summit's Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods. Employee will occasionally be required to bend, kneel, balance, lift <20lb, walk, stand, ascend/descend stairs, drive, twist, and reach above and below shoulders. Employee will frequently be required to drive and walk for periods.

Work Environment:

Employee will consistently be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with others. Employees will occasionally be required to work outside, and be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards and noise. Employee must occasionally wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies while visiting locations.

We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.