Accounts Payable Specialist

Youngblood Automation, a distributor and representative of leading automation components and equipment, seeks a motivated and experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Grand Rapids.

Founded in 1977, Youngblood Automation (www.YoungbloodAutomation.com) is a fast-growing leading Midwest Automation Company. We represent several manufacturers that are recognized as industry leaders throughout the industrial automation marketplace.

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will work closely with the division Controller to learn the accounting department job functions. Responsibilities include performing A/P, invoicing, and general accounting for the division. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently. Additionally, this role assists with other accounting projects as determined by the Controller and division President.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee payables.
• Forward any issues to the Controller and/or President.
• Assist with monthly bank reconciliations.
• Take credit card payment by phone, process the transaction, and post to the appropriate account after approval.
• Perform reconciliation of the monthly credit card statement.
• Enter payables into our computer system after verifying them for accuracy.
• Resolve any A/P discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Process weekly and monthly payments to our suppliers.
• Post journal entries and assist with the maintenance of the general ledger.
• Assist with the preparation of the monthly financial statements and performance reports.
• Assist with tax compliance filings (sales tax, use tax, and property tax returns).

Background & Experience

• Associates degree in accounting, or actively working toward a degree preferred.
• Relevant accounting internship or work experience preferred.
• Strong math aptitude, analytical skills and attention to detail are necessary.
• Willingness to learn, be coached, and collaborate in a friendly, team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products, particularly Excel.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent data-entry skills - must possess both speed and accuracy.
• Excellent data-entry skills - must possess both speed and accuracy.

Critical Competencies

• Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes.
• Communication: Listening effectively, transmitting information accurately and understandably, and actively seeking feedback.
• Customer Focus: Understanding and meeting the needs of customers and addressing the interests and concerns of all organizational stakeholders.
• Professionalism: Dealing directly and forthrightly with people and problems, persisting to get the job done.

Join the Team

We are a growing and financially sound organization that provides interesting and challenging work to our team members, a family-like atmosphere, and value-added solutions to our customers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Details on our Product Lines and our 3 areas of Focus (Component Sales, Automation Equipment, Engineered Solutions) can be found on our website www.youngbloodautomation.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person