Accounts Payable Specialist & Junior Accountant

Tennessee Valley Public Power Association, Inc.; Decatur (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee Valley Public Power Association, Inc. is seeking a Junior Accountant-Accounts Payable Specialist to join the accounting and finance team. The role focuses on timely processing of vendor payments and maintaining AP records using the NISC software.

You will collaborate with departments and vendors, ensure accurate invoice processing, reconcile statements, assist month-end close, and identify opportunities to improve AP processes.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Relevant accounts payable experience considered in lieu of formal education.
• Experience in an electric cooperative or utility setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and match with purchase orders in NISC.
• Maintain vendor relationships and respond to payment inquiries.
• Prepare and process payments via checks, EFTs, and ACH.
• Enter and code invoices for proper GL classification.
• Reconcile AP transactions with vendor statements.
• Assist month-end close for accounts payable.
• Prepare AP aging reports and cash flow projections.
• Identify and implement process improvements in AP using NISC.
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate payments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry accuracy

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Integrity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Accounts payable experience

Tools

NISC software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Tennessee Valley Public Power Association, Inc. is seeking a Junior Accountant-Accounts Payable Specialist to join the accounting and finance team. The role focuses on timely processing of vendor payments and maintaining AP records using the NISC software.

You will collaborate with departments and vendors, ensure accurate invoice processing, reconcile statements, assist month-end close, and identify opportunities to improve AP processes.