Account Payable Specialist

Allied West Paper Corp. (AWP) is an industry-leading, FSC-certified paper converter producing innovative bath tissue, paper towels, paper napkins, and facial tissue for the retail and commercial markets. We have an immediate opening for an Account Payable Specialist to join our fast paced, growth oriented manufacturing company. The Accounts Payable Specialist maintains and reconciles accounts payable ledger to validate charges and ensure accurate and timely payments.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Ensures timely and accurate process of AP for payment including credit memos, debit memos and keeping AP aging current and accurate

• Setup and maintain vendor records

• Initiate payment runs as approved by management

• Monthly reconciliations of AP

• Maintain accurate vendor records involving vendor reconciliations

• Prepare 1099’s

• Maintain copies of vouchers, invoices or correspondence necessary for files

• Check vendor files for any previous payments and assign voucher numbers

• Prepare vouchers listing invoice number, date, vendor address, item description, amounts and coding per accounting policies and procedures

• Reconcile bank statements

• Verify invoices against purchase orders and ensure goods or services were received before issuing payment to vendors

• Assist with special projects assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• AA or BA/BS in Accounting, 3 years in accounting

• Understanding of bank reconciliations, Accounts Payable process

• Ability to handle multiple priorities effectively

• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles including 3-way matching

• Proficient in the use of Excel and various ERP systems

• Detail oriented, ability to work and interpret figures and other financial information.

• Advanced knowledge of Excel and general knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Accounting and Financial Management software

EOE