What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist-Part Time position at Sunland Logistics Solutions?
Job Description
Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist - Part-Time
Department: Corporate
Reports to: Controller, Finance
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Approved by:
JOB SUMMARY: The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day accounting functions of accounts payable. The Accounts Payable Specialist will mostly work independently and should be able to follow through with their job duties and assignments with minimal direction.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
High School diploma required. An Associates Degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience (2 years or more) in accounts payable is preferred. Experience in a in a 3PL environment is plus.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Valid Drivers License or equivalent
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents, including protocols, standard operating procedures, customer orders, and financial statements. Ability to communicate in writing to management
REASONING ABILITY:
Intellectual abilities for visioning, problem solving and analysis, continuous improvement mindset
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. The employee may be required to walk primarily on a level surface for periodic periods through out the day. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee may occasionally be exposed to hot, humid, and cold conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. Noise level is low when in an office environment, moderate to loud in warehouses. Sitting for long periods at a desk are regular.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The performance of this position is conducted in usual office working conditions, at a desk in a climate controlled office. The performance of this position might also require exposure to the warehouse areas where certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and foot protection.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist - Part-Time
Department: Corporate
Reports to: Controller, Finance
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Approved by:
JOB SUMMARY: The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day accounting functions of accounts payable. The Accounts Payable Specialist will mostly work independently and should be able to follow through with their job duties and assignments with minimal direction.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Receive, code and key vendor invoices in a high-volume environment.
- Process vendor invoices for approval and payment.
- Investigate and resolve vendor issues on behalf of the company.
- Reconcile monthly vendor statements.
- Enter team member expense reports and process for payment.
- Reviews the accounts payable ledger and follows up on credit balances or other aging and unusual items.
- Maintain W9s and assists with the annual 1099 reporting.
- Provide excellent customer service to vendors and Sunland team members.
- Supports the Finance team and participates in special projects related to accounts payable or other areas of finance.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- 2 years or more of accounts payable/accounting experience (preferred).
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficient data entry skills are a must with strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Experience in working in financial systems (Business Central is a plus) and Microsoft Office Apps.
High School diploma required. An Associates Degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience (2 years or more) in accounts payable is preferred. Experience in a in a 3PL environment is plus.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Valid Drivers License or equivalent
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents, including protocols, standard operating procedures, customer orders, and financial statements. Ability to communicate in writing to management
REASONING ABILITY:
Intellectual abilities for visioning, problem solving and analysis, continuous improvement mindset
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. The employee may be required to walk primarily on a level surface for periodic periods through out the day. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee may occasionally be exposed to hot, humid, and cold conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. Noise level is low when in an office environment, moderate to loud in warehouses. Sitting for long periods at a desk are regular.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The performance of this position is conducted in usual office working conditions, at a desk in a climate controlled office. The performance of this position might also require exposure to the warehouse areas where certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and foot protection.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
