Staff Accountant - AP

J P Thayer Inc; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

J P Thayer Inc. is seeking an Accounts Payable Staff Accountant to join our corporate accounting team. The role handles vendor invoices, payments, and close procedures to ensure accurate records and timely disbursements.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in AP or accounting, strong Excel skills, and experience with RealPage. This full-time role offers stability and growth in a corporate setting.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 2+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with accounting software (RealPage is a plus).
• Strong understanding of accounts payable and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify and code vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs and electronic payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements with internal records and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor accounts payable aging and follow up on outstanding items.
• Communicate with internal departments regarding billing issues.
• Serve as primary contact for vendors and maintain records including banking, insurance and tax information.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Prepare journal entries and reconcile general ledger, bank and credit card accounts.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Vendor invoices

Month-end close

Internal controls

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

RealPage

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounts Payable Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. The AP Staff Accountant is responsible for processing and maintaining accurate accounts payable records, ensuring timely vendor payments, assisting with month-end close activities, and supporting the overall accounting function. This role ensures accuracy and timeliness in all financial and accounting transactions, maintains strong internal controls, and contributes to the integrity and reliability of financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify and code vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs and electronic payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements with internal records, investigate and resolve any outstanding balances or discrepancies.
• Monitor the accounts payable aging and follow up on any outstanding items.
• Communicate with internal departments to address any billing issues or questions.
• Serve as the primary contact for vendors, resolving disputes, and maintaining accurate vendor records including banking, insurance and tax information.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Prepare journal entries and reconcile general ledger, bank and credit card accounts.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field preferred.
• Two or more years of accounts payable or general accounting experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with accounting software (RealPage experience is a plus).
• Strong understanding of accounts payable and general accounting principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload, multi-task, work independently with minimal supervision and meet work deadlines.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Team player with self-confidence and professional presence that possess a positive attitude and work ethic.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Position AP Staff Accountant

Location Corporate

About the Organization

This position is currently accepting applications.

Created By Megan Austin