Accounts Payable Administrator

THE PROFESSIONAL GROUP; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Professional Group seeks an Accounts Payable Clerk to process vendor invoices, code them correctly, and ensure timely payment in a high-volume environment. You will enter data into the accounting system, reconcile vendor statements, and interact with vendors to resolve discrepancies.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 2+ years in general office administration, strong math and data entry skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 2+ years general office administration experience.
• Strong math and data entry skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices per contractual agreements with accuracy.
• Code invoices and enter data into accounting system.
• Meet time constraints and timelines for processing.
• Monthly reconciliation of vendor statements of account.
• Interact with vendors and resolve invoice issues.

Skills

Data entry

General office administration

Customer service

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

The position is responsible for the processing of invoices and payment of vendors in accordance with TPG guidelines. Workflow will include accurate and timely processing of documentation, account reconciliation and vendor interaction in a high volume environment. Position reports to AP/AR supervisor

POSITION REQUIREMENTS – ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Processing vendor invoices per contractual agreements with accuracy, including coding, checking invoices for proper approval and entering the data into the accounting system.
• Ability to work under time constraints and meet specific timelines.
• Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practices.
• Check processing which includes compiling backup, reviewing for accuracy and submitting for signature.
• Maintaining organized account files.
• Monthly reconciling of vendor statements of account.
• Attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people’s information.
• Research and resolution of vendor invoices/accounts
• Adhere to all applicable safety practices.
• Promote and exhibit Company culture and values.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• High School Diploma
• 2+ years general office administration experience
• Strong math and data entry skills
• Microsoft Office (strong emphasis in Word & Excel)
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced office environment
• Customer Service
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Occasional lifting from 5 - 30 lbs., unassisted (from 0 – 15% of the time)
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity needed for keyboarding and other repetitive tasks.
• The ability to bend, crouch, or stand as necessary

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest, and will not be available to managers making hiring decisions. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.