ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSOCIATE

Accounts Payable AssociateThe Accounts Payable Associate position is responsible for vendor payments and control of expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling of invoices in a timely manner. This position works closely with other Corporate Office and Accounting positions, Branch Managers, and Vendors. Attention to detail and accuracy of reporting in a fast-paced environment is essential.Essential Job Functions: Includes, but is not limited to, the job specifications contained herein.

Additional duties or job functions may be required as deemed necessary by management personnel to contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.Verify approval and process and input data on invoices and check requestsAudit and verify expense reports before paymentCode invoicesUpdate and maintain vendor databaseProcess and enter high-volume of vendor invoices weeklyReconcile vendor statementsAbility to process and follow-up on rush itemsMaintain accounts payable filesDesired Qualifications:Associate's degree in accounting or business administration or equivalent business experienceKnowledge of bookkeeping and generally accepted accounting principlesPeachtree accounting software package (or equivalent)What's In It for You?Competitive pay and growthFull comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.Vacation and PTO (paid time off)401(k) plan + Company matchRequirementsStrong communication and problem-solving skillsAbility to develop & maintain positive relations with internal management & external customersAbility to meet multiple deadlines, multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environmentHighly organized and extreme attention to detailStrong computer and data entry skills and experience with Microsoft OfficeCustomer Service AttitudeAbility to work well both independently and in a team environmentOccasional lifting up to ten lbs.Ability to work in a climate-controlled office environmentVision adequate (including corrected vision) to perform essential job functionsHearing (including corrected hearing) adequate to understand verbal information and maintain conversations for an hour or more over a telephone in order to perform essential job functions.Ability to read and write in English in order to process paperwork and communicate with clients and internal customersMust be able to sit or stand for extended periods of timeMust have manual dexterity required for repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Extended use of a computer, keypad or phone