Accounts Payable Manager

Overview

Manage the daily operations and strategic objectives of Centerline Logistics’ accounts payable cycle through design, implementation, maintenance and management of all accounts payable business functions and procedures for the Accounts Payable disbursement process.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the activities of AP Department.
• Reviews accounts payable documents prepared by AP Department for accuracy, completeness and conformance to policy.
• Creates and implements changes to work assignments, methods, or procedures to meet operational needs, improve accuracy and efficiency of the accounts payable system.
• Analyses, resolves and answers complex or difficult problems.
• Formulates, recommends and implements changes to department policy or procedure to ensure integrity of the accounts payable system; interprets policy and advises changes that need to be made.
• Recommends modifications to existing system and implements modifications through coordination with all parties.
• Ensures accurate entry of transactions to accounting system.
• Educates employees/staff regarding Accounts Payable and travel policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations governing payment to vendors including companies or consultants.
• Reviews, monitor and maintains Purchase Order System activities, anticipate problems and ensure accurate recording of transactions submitted to financial systems.
• Oversees maintenance of disbursement record retention, which requires initiating and reviewing retention schedules based company policies, implements changes to procedure and policy as required.
• Accuracy and timeliness of reports and closings.
• Regular reconciliation of accounts as scheduled.
• Accuracy, neatness and timeliness of record keeping and filing.
• Training and supervision of subordinates.
• Courtesy and tact in handling sensitive information.
• Contribution to daily management and control of business.
• Process various Opco AP invoices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related area AND two years accounts payable or accounting or directly related experience which includes one year supervisory experience, OR, -Six years of progressively responsible accounts payable or accounting or directly related experience, OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Minimum 5 years work experience in credit/collections with responsibility for direct customer contact.
• General knowledge of oil transportation industry, accounting skills and experience, financial and operational analysis skills and experience, Supervisory experience.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge and understanding of proper accounting treatment for accounts receivable transactions and activities.
• Thorough understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficient using Microsoft suite
• Great Plains Accounting Software skills
• SharePoint
• Ten Key by touch
• Well-developed analytic and problem solving skills
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver assignments on time
• Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills
• Successful in dealing with customer and company personnel at all levels
• High degree of integrity including ability to successfully deal with sensitive or confidential information
• Ability to exhibit poise, composure and confidence when confronting stressful or high-pressure situations
• Must be able to read, speak, write, type, and understand English in person and over telephone.
• Adept in general office skills.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license.
• Ability to get along with office staff and vessel crew members.
• Must be physically fit enough to carry office supplies.
• Oil or Marine Industry operational and financial analysis.

Job Condition and Environment

• Required to sit for long periods of time.
• Infrequent light physical effort required.
• Work with computers, fax machines, copiers, telephones.

Expected Hours of Work

• Normal office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
• May be required to work extra hours to meet deadlines for financial statements and other projects when needed.

Company Overview

Centerline Logistics is a leading provider of marine transportation services in the United States. Centerline Logistics operates on the United States West Coast (including Alaska and Hawaii), US East Coast (including Puerto Rico), the U.S. Gulf Coast and the Mississippi River System. Services provided include the transportation and storage of petroleum products, tanker escort, ship assist, the transportation of general cargo and rescue towing. Centerline Logistics is the parent company of eight businesses specializing in marine services and a bulk liquids terminal business. Centerline Logistics provides accounting, administrative, human resources, safety and environmental services, as well as operational oversight to the subsidiary companies.

The Company offers Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D options to our employees and their eligible dependents after meeting Company requirements. 401(k) options, Disability Insurance, sick Pay, vacation pay, 10 paid holidays per calendar year (subject to work schedule) and Healthcare and/or Dependent Care FSAs are also available to our employees after meeting Company requirements. All benefits information may be subject to change based on any current or updated benefit plan year changes and/or Collective Bargaining Agreements

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Drug Free Workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.