Accounts Payable Specialist

CRB; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

CRB is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Kansas City, MO. This hybrid role requires accurate processing of invoices, vendor onboarding, and collaboration with project teams.

You will manage vendor inquiries, maintain vendor records, and ensure timely payments while upholding CRB's standards and internal controls. A high school diploma and at least two years in accounting, with strong Excel skills, are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma (minimum).
• Minimum two years’ experience in accounting or business administration.
• Excel proficiency essential for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Hybrid role with in-office three days a week.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the accounts payable inbox and route vendor invoices for approval.
• Review approved vendor invoices for proper coding, enter in the accounting system, and post.
• Enter information for new vendors in the accounting system.
• Update address, contacts, and remit-to information for existing vendors.
• Analyze and follow up on vendor statements and audit for missing invoices.
• Answer payment inquiries from vendors, project managers and administration staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Strong organizational skills

Deadline-driven

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

Job Description

The Accounts Payable Specialist position will be responsible for performing tasks, processes and requests related to accounts payable and billing/accounts receivable business processes. The Accounts Payable Specialist will interface with a variety of internal and external CRB customers to ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices, credit applications, expenses and audits to comply with company standards and requirements. The Accounts Payable Specialist should conduct their work with an outstanding attention to detail and high level of accuracy and be comfortable working to established deadlines during the financial period. This individual should work well within a team-like atmosphere, communicate effectively and be able to interact daily with company personnel, managers, clients, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the accounts payable inbox and route vendor invoices for approval
• Review approved vendor invoices for proper coding, enter in the accounting system, and post
• Enter information for new vendors in the accounting system
• Update address, contacts, and remit to information for existing vendors
• Analyze and follow up on vendor statements and audit for missing invoices
• Answer payment inquiries from vendors, project managers and administration staff

Qualifications

• High School diploma, minimum requirement
• Minimum two years’ experience in accounting or business administration
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential, with the ability to manage spreadsheets, perform basic calculations, and support data analysis related to AP functions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to adhere to deadlines

Additional Information

*NOTE: This is a hybrid role with an in-office requirement of three days a week*

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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