Accounts Payable Specialist - FT

Veridian Credit Union; Cedar Falls (IA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Veridian Credit Union in Cedar Falls, IA is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team in a hybrid role. You will balance ledger accounts, process vendor invoices, and manage AP workflows, with responsibility for 1099 forms and monthly close tasks.

The role requires 4+ years accounting experience, an associate degree, strong Excel skills, and attention to detail. You will support audit requests, maintain vendor records, and assist members and staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in accounting or closely related field, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience (4+ years).
• 2+ years of related work experience.
• Fluent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment; must include Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily Money Gram Official Check and Money Order activity as primary contact for questions, stop payments, and knowledge of manual procedures.
• Prepare general ledger entries and balance accounts; follow up on outstanding items.
• Process Concur invoice and expense workflows for timely submissions.
• Manage expense/invoice imports between Concur and Flexi; process daily checks and EFT files in Flexi.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Member service orientation

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliability / punctuality

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree in accounting

Bachelor's degree in accounting (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist - FT

Full-Time OH Cedar Falls, IA, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 3685

This is a hybrid position that requires the individual to work 2 days a week from a location in North East Iowa.

Location: Cedar Falls – IA

Hybrid eligible

Status: Full-time non-exempt

Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for various general accounting duties including balancing/reconciling general ledger accounts, managing the accounts payable workflows, vendor maintenance in accounting software, monthly journal entries, and month end financial statement review/research. Additionally, the position assists with unclaimed property and correspondent bank account and investment duties as a frequent backup for the Accountant Specialist position.

Essential Functions

• Manage and process daily Money Gram Official Check and Money Order activity. Process to include being the primary contact for assistance with official check and money order questions, stop payments and understanding of underlying process in the event manual procedures are necessary.
• Prepare appropriate general ledger entries, balance general ledger accounts, and follow up on outstanding items.
• Process and review Concur invoice and expense workflows, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Manage expense/invoice imports between Concur and Flexi and process daily check and EFT files in Flexi.
• Responsible for the setup of new AP vendors and maintenance of existing AP vendors to include requesting and processing of W-9 information.
• Prepare annual 1099 tax forms for AP vendors.
• Prepare and process quarterly reporting and dividend payments for Lawyer and Real Estate Trust accounts.
• Assist with annual financial statement audit and exam documentation requests.
• Remain abreast of all accounting software features and functionality applicable to position tasks.
• Assist members and employees with problems and questions that may arise.
• Maintain policies and procedures manual for the Accounts Payable Specialist position.
• Make recommendations to increase revenue and decrease expenses.
• Provide back up to department team members as needed.

Key Attributes

• Oral and written communication skills.
• Member service focus.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Positive attitude that supports a team environment.
• Dependable and punctual; flexible during peak times.
• High level of confidentiality.
• Organizational skills.
• Self-motivated; ability to work without close supervision.
• Problem solving; analysis.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Occasionally lift and/or move items over 10 pounds.
• Remain sedentary (seated) for extended periods of time.

Working Conditions

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.

Travel

Limited travel expected.

Required Education and Experience

• Associate's Degree in accounting or closely related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience of 4+ years.
• 2+ years of related work experience.
• Fluent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment. Must include Excel.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting or closely related field.
• Accounting software experience.

Other Duties

Veridian Credit Union is a PCI compliant financial institution to ensure the security of member information. As such, all employees are expected to ensure security measures are in place and adhered to regarding PCI and other highly secure data compliance requirements.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.