Accounts Payable Specialist

Lightedge; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company in Des Moines is seeking an entry-level Accounts Payable Specialist. This role involves supporting the accounting team with invoice data entry and vendor correspondence in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, basic accounting knowledge, and a team-oriented approach. The position offers a full-time employment opportunity with potential for growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adjust priorities accordingly.
• Capable of maintaining a professional demeanor under stress.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Enter invoice data and coding into the accounting software, Coupa, and submit for approval.
• Manage the accounts payable email inbox and respond to payment inquiries.
• Verify all monthly recurring invoices have been entered and reach out to vendors for missing invoices.
• Process weekly payments to vendors.
• Ensure proper new vendor setup and establish payment methods.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Basic accounting/general business skills

Proficient planning/organizational skills

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of computer operations

Education

2-Year accounting degree preferred

Tools

Coupa

SAP Concur

Job description

Overview

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LightEdge Solutions is developing the IT solutions that will propel businesses forward over the next 10 years. Using a combination of shared and private/dedicated platforms, LightEdge has been successful in offering businesses alternatives that streamline operations, improve reliability and reduce costs. If you are passionate about creating real solutions that help businesses with cutting-edge technology, want to be challenged to think out of the box and be in a position where you can impact change on a daily basis, then LightEdge can offer you a dynamic corporate environment built on teamwork and personal responsibility.

The Accounts Payable Specialist with Lightedge will provide courteous and professional support to the accounting team, vendors, and Lightedge employees. This position will mainly deal with accounts payable data entry and correspondence. The ideal person for this role should have a general background in data entry with accounting, or accounts payable experience. The ideal person should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a willingness to jump in and assist with projects as needed.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable (may include any of the following):
• Enter invoice data and coding into the accounting software, Coupa, and submit for approval
• Download and enter monthly invoices from online accounts (electric, utilities, access, etc.)
• Manage the accounts payable email inbox, entering received invoices and responding to payment inquiries
• Verify all monthly recurring invoices have been entered, and reach out to vendors to obtain missing invoices
• Ensure proper new vendor setup and establish payment method
• Process weekly payments to vendors
• Verify vendor statements reconcile with our records of outstanding credits and invoices
• Code and obtain receipts for corporate credit card charges using SAP Concur report software
• Communicate with the purchasing department regarding purchase order discrepancies
• Aid managers at all locations with invoice questions and purchase orders as needed
• Represent Lightedge in a positive manner in all interactions with customers, vendors and employees
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2-Year accounting degree preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic accounting/general business skills
• Basic analytical/decision-making skills
• Proficient planning/organizational skills
• Knowledge of computer operations, including all Office software, and knowledge of Coupa is a plus
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, adjusting priorities accordingly
• Able to maintain professional demeanor under stress
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment

About LightEdge

With over 20 years in business, LightEdge offers a full stack of best-in-class IT services delivering flexibility, security, and control. Our solutions include premier colocation across seven purpose-built data centers spanning Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Omaha, NE, Austin, TX, and Raleigh, NC, industry-leading private Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and cloud platforms, and the top global security and compliance measures. Our owned and operated facilities, integrated DR solutions, and premium compliant cloud choices make up a true Hybrid Cloud Solution Center. LightEdge annually undergoes third-party audits for ISO 20000-1, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS 3.2, and SSAE 18 SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II and SOC 3.

Job details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting