Accounts Payable Specialist

COMPANY INFO:

Kretek International is America’s #1 importer, marketer and distributor of specialty tobacco products, including high-end cigars, tobacco and alternative nicotine products with such well-known brands as Djarum, Cuban Rounds and High Tea Herbal Wraps. Founded 40 years ago, we continue to grow and constantly seek talented employees who can help us do that. For more information, please visit: http://www.Kretek.com

Phillips & King, a subsidiary of Kretek International, Inc., is a leading distributor of specialty tobacco, alternative smoking products, and accessories in the United States. Since 1906, the company has built a strong reputation by focusing on independent and small chain convenience, tobacco, and liquor retailers. Phillips & King offers an unparalleled wholesale e-commerce catalog of products and ships to all 50 states, the US Virgin Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, and globally to US military bases, providing hassle-free tobacco tax compliance, easy web-ordering and a team of knowledgeable customer service experts.

PURPOSE OF JOB:

The Accounts Payable Clerk interacts with the Accounting department supporting each member in different areas such as processing payment(s) for Inventory, Utilities, Taxes, and Employee Expense reports. This candidate will be a vital member of the accounts payable department and will be asked to “wear many hats”. Additionally, the candidate may be asked to provide account management, as well as administrative support directly to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO).

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

· High attention to detail, strong understanding of Microsoft Excel (Formulas and Pivot tables), Concur expense managements software, Dynamics GP accounting software, Kwiktag (scanning tool), and CMPRO (Proprietary software).

· Reconcile and audit vendor inventory invoices with a “3 way” match.

· Reconcile and audit employee medical billings using excel and track medical for a calendar year to be able to report Y/E gross billings for payroll.

· Other duties include filing, scanning, copying, data entry, auditing, communicating to other departments and vendors through email and/or phone.

· Research and prepare audit reports to prove variances from the vendor invoice to the PO’s in excel.

· Be able to communicate and work with fellow employees on expense report management.

· Perform other accounting, financial or administrative tasks as may be required from time to time.

· Be able to process payroll functions twice a month using Paycom.

· Must be able to exhibit confidentiality when discussing payroll with fellow employees.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

· Associate Degree and/or Bachelor in Accounting preferred.

Experience

· 5 years’ experience in accounting is a plus.

Special Skills/Knowledge

· Proficient in Dynamics GP, or Dynamics 365 BC (migrating to new software), Kwiktag (scanning software), Concur (expense management), Microsoft Office Suites software (especially Excel) and Paycom payroll software.

· Accuracy and attention to detail.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Able to execute and complete projects in a timely manner or come in on weekends.

· Able to work both independently and part of a team

· Planning, organization, and problem-solving skills

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be added at any time per business needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $30