What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at LHH?
Accounts Payable Specialist
LHH is assisting with a search for an Accounts Payable Specialist for a client in Kansas City, MO. This position will be working on-site with pay starting at $50,000 and going up based on experience. Our ideal candidate will have at least 1-3 years of accounts payable experience AND/OR Bachelor’s in Accounting with an internship and looking to start their career. Read below for additional details!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data
- Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted
- Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements
- Generate reports detailing accounts payable status
- Prepare weekly spreadsheet to facilitate review and selection of weekly payments
- Understand expense accounts and cost centers
- Understands compliance issues around accounts payable processes (W-9, sales tax, etc.)
- Reconcile prepayment accounts
- Generate reports detailing accounts receivable status
- Prepare bi-weekly spreadsheet to facilitate review of accounts receivable
- Reconcile accounts receivable credits and past dues
- Perform other assigned tasks and duties necessary to support the Accounts Payable Department
REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS:
- At least 1-3 years of accounts payable (or related corporate accounting & administration experience).
- Bachelors in Accounting preferred
- Detail-oriented, ability to multi-task, and possess strong organizational skills.
- Proven experience with automated and electronic payment solutions for A/P.
- Proven experience managing a high volume of invoices and superior organization skills.
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Does this description meet your preferences and qualifications? For immediate consideration apply now at www.lhh.com with your resume in a Word document! Also apply if you are interested in other accounting openings in the Kansas City Metro Area.
Salary : $50,000
