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Accounts Payable Specialist

Grand Junction, COOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)$19–$22 /hrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • Accounts Payable
  • P-card Reconciliation
  • Vendor Payments
  • Vendor Records
  • Account Reconciliations
  • Great Plains
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Accuracy
  • Communication skills

Nice to have

  • Process Improvement

Role summary

Seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support the accounting department. Responsibilities include full-cycle AP duties, P-card reconciliation, processing vendor payments, maintaining vendor records, and performing general accounting tasks. Requires 1-2 years of accounting experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Great Plains, and strong attention to detail.

Position Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to support our accounting department with daily operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing full cycle Accounts Payable duties, reconciling P-card statements, processing paperwork, and performing general accounting duties as needed. This role requires a commitment to detail and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accounts Payable (AP):
    • Accurately enter payable invoices into the accounting system.
    • Assist AP Supervisor with ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor payments.
    • Maintain vendor records and assist with AP-related inquiries.
    • Perform vendor account reconciliations.
    • Prepare and process weekly physical check runs, ACH batches, wires, etc.
  • P-card Reconciliation:
    • Reconcile P-card (purchase card) statements to ensure proper documentation and coding of expenses.
    • Follow up on any discrepancies or missing receipts with cardholders.
  • General Accounting Duties:
    • Provide administrative support to the accounting department.

Qualifications:

  • 1-2 years of accounting experience, focusing on AP and account reconciliations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Great Plains Accounting Software.
  • Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
  • Strong team player.
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