What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at CCL Design?
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Manages accounts payable using accounting software and other programs.
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with new and existing vendors.
- Collaborates with other departments to gather and analyze various financial data to ensure the organization’s finances are in order.
- Ensures bills are paid in a timely and accurate manner using discretion to decide whether payments should be withheld.
- Manages financial records.
- Resolves vendor issues/inquiries.
- Matches vendor invoices with purchase orders and packing slips.
- Prepares weekly check run.
- Maintains vendor files.
- Plays a key role in account reconciliations, general ledger entries, and month end closing.
- Acquires W9 forms for setting up new vendors.
- Reviews vendor payments and prepares 1099 forms.
- Prepares accounts payable register and related reports.
- Various other accounting duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Understanding of accounting principles.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Good time management skills, organized and detail oriented.
- Ability to calmly and logically handle a wide range of daily issues.
- Handle multiple projects and be able to set goals and priorities.
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office.
Education and Experience:
- High School Degree.
- 2-5 years accounts payable or related accounting experience.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
