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This position will involve attention to detail, the understanding of accounts payable and general ledger systems, familiarity with the chart of accounts, and the ability to work in a collaborative team, all while leveraging technologies to assure the delivery of high-quality services to our firm.JOB DESCRIPTION\nReview vendor invoices for completeness and proper authorization\n\nAccurately input invoice data into our ERP system\n\nEvaluate purchase order requisitions and generate purchase orders within the ERP\n\nAnalyze vendor invoices, allocating costs to the appropriate cost centers and ledger accounts\n\nMaintain record retention practices and utilize electronic document storage\n\nEngage in effective communication with the finance team, regional offices, and vendors to clarify any discrepancies\n\nUtilize our ERP system and third-party software to generate and export reports and data\n\nInitiate weekly pay runs and prepare payments for processing\n\nContribute to general ledger maintenance, month-end, and year-end closing processes\n\nIdentify and record reconciling, adjusting, allocating, and accruing-related journal entries\n\nMaintain vendor information within the ERP system, including year-end 1099 filing and reporting\n\nProvide support during internal and external audits\n\nAssist internal business partners with any customer service-related needs\n\nEnsure compliance with company policies while carrying out daily processes and controls accurately and timely\n\nMaintain many vendor accounts while staying in compliance with company policies and procedures\n\nAudit and process credit card bills proficiently\n\nSupervisory responsibilities\nN/A\n\nWork environment\nWork is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions\n\nPhysical demands\nProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time\n\nMust be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time\n\nTravel required\nN/A\n\nRequired education and experience\nHigh School Diploma or GED or High School equivalent certificate\n\n1+ years of experience in accounts payable or a related accounting/finance role\n\nPreferred education and experience\nPrevious experience in accounts payable or similar finance roles, demonstrating a strong understanding of accounts payable processes\n\nAssociates or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration\n\nShared service or multiple entity AP processing\n\nSoftware: QuickBooks (Online, Desktop), Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Xero, Microsoft Dynamics, Bill.com\n\nPublic accounting or other professional services environment\n\nOther duties\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. 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