Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Located in West Valley City, UT

Full-time

Shift: Day Shift - 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (Monday - Friday)

Position Description

SilencerCo is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our accounts payable team. This position will be responsible for recording invoices, weekly payment runs, reconciliations, variance identification and resolution, seeking various approvals, and other A/P related duties. The ideal candidate will be a well-rounded problem solver. This highly visible role will report to the Controller and will collaborate cross-functionally with many key internal stakeholders, so strong communication skills are critical for success.

This position will report to the Controller.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute the timely and accurate processing of all valid and approved AP invoices
• Record and reconcile a weekly check run
• Reconcile vendor statements as needed
• Manage & respond to vendor inquiries
• Manage the process to identify and resolve invoice items (price and quantity discrepancies)
• Manage and resolve aged payables items
• Perform assigned monthly close responsibilities
• Perform assigned monthly account reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies timely
• Produce reports as required by management
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Identify improvements that can be made within the company
• Any other related duties as required
• Serve as a liaison between internal units and external customers to address queries relating to invoices and payments; resolve issues in a timely and efficient manner
• Work to support other accounting tasks required by the organization
• Maintain excellent relationships with various customers and vendors

Job Qualifications

• Requires intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects and tasks
• Strong problem solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter who is intellectually curious and not afraid to seek out guidance and projects
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Highest ethical standards, integrity, authenticity, credibility and character
• Able to work independently with little instruction
• Effective communication skills and customer service approach
• Able to work well with others in a team environment
• Action oriented and solution driven
• Able to work in a fast paced environment
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred

*required*

• A minimum of three years work experience of Accounts Payable processing
• Experience working with ERP Systems
• Demonstrated ability of the accounts payable processes including; recording invoices, weekly check runs, and reconciliations.
• Proven experience of successful accuracy in focused environment