Accounts Payable Specialist

The Juris Agency; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Mon-Fri Schedule

Career Growth Opportunities

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Mark Porter Auto Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage financial administrative tasks, ensure timely vendor payments, and support a healthy and transparent accounting function. A proactive, detail-oriented approach is valued in a welcoming team environment.

You will work in the dealership's accounting office, handling deposits, invoices, credits, and month-end reconciliations while maintaining organized records and effective communication with vendors and internal departments.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience handling accounts payable or bookkeeping tasks.
• Strong command of Microsoft Excel and general accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Post daily deposits and reconcile invoices and statements.
• Process and post accounts payable, issue checks as approved.
• Balance invoices, reconcile statements monthly and maintain vendor relationships.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Vendor coordination

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Accounting software

DMS System

Job description

Job Description

At Mark Porter Auto Group, we believe that the strength of our business relies on the people behind the scenes who keep everything moving smoothly. Based right here in Pomeroy, Ohio, our dealership group is deeply rooted in this community, and we take pride in being a reliable local employer. We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist who is eager to take ownership of our financial administrative work. This isn't just about data entry; it’s about making sure our vendors are paid on time and our internal operations remain healthy and transparent. You will be a key player in our accounting office, working in a supportive environment where your contributions are recognized and valued. We value accuracy and a proactive approach, but we also believe that work should be a place where you feel welcome every single day. If you appreciate order, enjoy solving puzzles, and want to be part of a group that genuinely cares about its employees and customers, we would be delighted to have you join our local team.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Mon-Fri Schedule
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Retirement Plan

Responsibilities

• Daily deposits – initiate all department deposits each day.
• Print off Parts invoice daily – post and give Parts Manager a copy.
• Manufacturer Invoices – print and posts invoices daily and balance on Monday
• Gas Tickets – Post gas tickets daily, tickets are paid weekly.
• Purchase Orders – post daily
• Stock New/Used Vehicles
• Review Schedules
• Advertising – Reconcile advertising for month-end
• Credit Cards – Post credit card expenses daily. Reconcile credit card statements monthly.
• Supplies not taxed – Make copies of invoices for supplies used internally for shop that were not taxed on invoice. These invoices will be reconciled and taxes paid at end of month.
• Month-end – Give debit balance value at end of month to Office Manager.
• Drivers – Submit hours to hire and into DMS System for payment. Communicate and maintain relationships with temporary staffing company.

Accounts Payable

• process/post daily
• Check and reconcile monthly statements to schedules
• Write checks once approved by Comptroller throughout the month.

BACK-UP

• Retrieve, print, and distribute Manufacturer reports.
• Post warranty and incentive credit memos. Post and reconcile dealer reserve statements.
• Order and replenish supplies as needed.
• Car deal payables – write checks for car deal payables
• Petty Cash – Monitor, maintain, and replenish petty cash daily.
• Receipt in cash from various departments.
• Sublets – Reconciles sublet schedules for month-end.
• Spiff money – Monitor, maintain, and distribute spiff money cash.

Requirements

At least two years of experience handling accounts payable or bookkeeping tasks.

Strong command of Microsoft Excel and general accounting software.

High attention to detail when reconciling statements and processing invoices.

Understanding of basic general ledger accounting principles.

Ability to maintain organized filing systems for both physical and digital records.

Strong communication skills for coordinating with vendors and internal department heads.