Accounts Payable Specialist

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. seeks an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join the finance team.

You will process invoices for multiple branches, reconcile statements, and ensure accuracy in invoicing and payments while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include handling equipment sales tax refunds, monthly reconciliations, and taking on special projects as assigned by the Accounts Payable Supervisor or other departments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, construction setting preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to process high volumes of invoices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with internal teams and external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices for multiple branches and departments with accurate data capture.
• Reconcile statements and ensure timely payment processing.
• Handle sales tax refunds processing and monthly reconciliations as needed.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. TheAccounts Payable Specialist is a critical role responsible for processing various types of invoices, reconciling statements, and ensuring accuracy in invoicing and payment processing. This position supports multiple branches and departments and works closely with cross-functional teams to maintain the efficient flow of accounts payable functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Job & Equipment Invoice Processing

• Process invoices for all branches, departments and shops.
• Ensure accurate data capture/input and timely processing of invoices.

Sales Tax Refund Processing

• Process equipment sales tax refunds for trucks and trailers annually.
• Reconcile statements monthly ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner.

Other Tasks as Assigned

• Take on additional responsibilities or special projects as assigned by the Accounts Payable Supervisor or other departments as necessary.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience:
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, with experience in a construction setting preferred but not required.
• Attention to Detail:
• Strong ability to accurately process high volumes of invoices and reconcile complex statements.
• Meticulous in verifying invoice data to ensure proper processing.
• Communication:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external vendors.
• Ability to address questions or issues in a professional manner.
• Problem-Solving:
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Culture:

• Cares deeply ("ownership mentality") about accuracy, vendors, and teammates; works as one team, communicates directly and respectfully, and protects a drama-free, high-trust environment in a fast-paced, changing setting.