Accounts Payable Specialist

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of the Accounts Payable Specialist is to be a key contributor to the Human Capital group and assist in position ensuring accurate and timely vendor payments as well as reliable financial reporting.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Scan and electronically route invoices for appropriate approval
• Daily general ledger coding and archival of invoices into accounts payable system
• Conflict resolution of billing, payment discrepancies and outstanding disputes
• Provide support, research and communicate with assigned branches
• Review all payables for accuracy in coding, tax accruals, discounts, and timely payment
• Review vendor statements and follow-up on invoice discrepancies
• Setup and maintain vendor files, process and issue annual 1099s
• Weekly check runs, AP reporting, analysis and maintenance
• Cross-train on general ledger
• Assist with month-end and year-end close, annual audits
• Responsible for assisting with a variety of projects
• 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.

Benefits

Summit Companies offers extensive training opportunities, career advancement, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, along with an industry leading and affordable benefits package for eligible employees. Our benefits package includes:

• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Long-Term Disability - Employer Paid
• Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid
• Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity
• Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Our Core Values

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• We are PASSIONATE about life safety
• We have INTEGRITY (Do the right thing)
• We work in PARTNERSHIP with our customers and community
• We constantly strive for OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE (Do things right)

Summit Companies participates in E-Verify & in alignment with our commitment to safety, we promote a drug-free workplace. Summit Fire & Security is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.