General Job Description
Position OverviewThe Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for monitoring the outflow of capital for the company.
Primary Responsibilities- Receive and verify expense reports; reconciles expense and other financial reports with account balances and other office records.
- Facilitate payment of vendors, which may include verification of federal ID numbers, reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies.
- Ensure outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identifies discount opportunities, and issues purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed.
- Assist with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions.
- Record entry of, verifies documentation for, and distributes petty cash.
- Calculate and reports sales tax based on paid invoices.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Min
USD $11.00/Hr.
Minimum Education
None
Minimum Years of Experience
2-4
Specific Qualifications
Required Skills and Abilities- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
- Enters data in system time and accurately.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Able to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Ability to pass pre-employment screenings such as background and motor vehicle record checks.
- English speaking, reading, and writing preferred, and required where necessary to perform job duties.
Education/Experience- 2+ Years of accounts payable, billing, or general accounting experience required.
- Construction industry experience strongly preferred.
- High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered preferred.
- Relevant industry certifications or licenses preferred, and required where necessary to perform job duties.
Physical Requirements- Ability to perform motions including typing.
- Work in a typical office environment, sitting at a desk and performing prolonged computer work, with occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
- Maintain dependable transportation and consistent, reliable attendance to meet customer service and operational needs.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions within established company policies and procedures.
- Ability to work overtime, modified schedules, or occasional weekends as business needs require.
- Communicate in person, by phone, and electronically, including on a tablet, smartphone, and other office technology.
- Travel as required to support project and operational needs.
- Perform all work on-site and in person; this is not a remote or hybrid position.
- Lift, carry, push, and pull at least 25 pounds.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or work authorization support. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future need for employer sponsorship.
License Required
Yes
Job Locations
US-OH-Cincinnati
