What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Coordinator position at Thorlabs?
Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices, we continuously invest in a brighter future. We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun, fast-paced culture.
Responsible for providing accounting and clerical support to Accounting Department personnel. Keys daily workload to the general ledger system. Assists accounting personnel as requested. Complies with policies regarding and maintains accounts payable records.
Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.
Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:
Physical Activities:
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
Requirements
Experience:
Benefits
Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few..
Responsible for providing accounting and clerical support to Accounting Department personnel. Keys daily workload to the general ledger system. Assists accounting personnel as requested. Complies with policies regarding and maintains accounts payable records.
Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.
Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:
- Reviews all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
- Prints and obtains signatures on all accounts payable checks
- Acts as liaison between corporate and branch accounts payable departments
- Answers all vendor inquiries
- Maintains all accounts payable reports, spreadsheets and corporate accounts payable files
- Prepares cleared checks for storage
- Assists in monthly closings
- Prepares analysis of accounts, as required
- Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures
- Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments
Physical Activities:
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
Requirements
Experience:
- Experience in a similar and progressive position preferred
- High School Diploma or equivalent or equivalent work experience
- Familiar with the Chart of Accounts
- Axapta, Microsoft products
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals, routine reports and correspondence
Benefits
Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few..
