Treasury Associate

Carriage Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic community dedicated to setting new standards in the Funeral and Cemetery profession. As a Treasury Associate, you will play a vital role in managing vendor invoices and ensuring accurate payments. This position involves verifying transactions, reconciling accounts, and maintaining vendor records, all while adhering to company policies. The role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to financial operations and support month-end and year-end activities. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about finance, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in accounts payable or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and assist with month-end closing.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Carriage Services, we are united by our purpose of creating premier experiences through innovation, empowered partnership, and elevated service. As a member of our team, you'll join a dynamic community dedicated to setting new standards in the Funeral and Cemetery profession. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to shape the future of our industry. Carriage Services is an equal opportunity employer.

The Treasury Associate is responsible for managing and processing Carriage Service’s vendor invoices and ensuring accurate and timely payment. This role requires verifying and reconciling transactions and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. The Treasury Associate plays a critical role in Carriage’s financial operations by ensuring the smooth handling of all payments, resolving discrepancies, and providing support for month-end and year-end closing activities.

Compensation: $32-$35

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: 3040 Post Oak Blvd Houston, TX

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accurately enter and process vendor invoices.
2. Verify invoice details such as amounts, vendor information, and approval, ensuring compliance with internal policies.
3. Match purchase orders and receipts to invoices to confirm accuracy.
4. Process payments (via checks, wire transfers, ACH, etc.) in a timely and efficient manner.
5. Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records in the system.
6. Serve as the main point of contact for vendors, addressing inquiries, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring timely payment.
7. Monitor vendor accounts to ensure payments are up to date.
8. Reconcile vendor statements to identify and resolve any issues or discrepancies.
9. Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring they adhere to company policies.
10. Verify receipts, approval levels, and appropriate general ledger coding.
11. Assist with month-end closing by preparing accounts payable accruals and reconciliations.
12. Provide support for year-end audit, including pulling necessary documentation and assisting auditors with AP-related questions.
13. Ensure all accounts payable activities adhere to company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
14. Assist in implementing and maintaining internal controls over the AP/AR process.
15. Reconcile AP/AR subledger to the general ledger and investigate any variances.
16. Generate and maintain accurate reports on the status of accounts payable transactions and aging reports.
17. Prepare weekly/monthly payment runs, ensuring payments are made on time and approved by management.
18. Coordinate with the treasury team to ensure proper cash flow management for payment processing.
19. Process and apply customer Wire and ACH payments from third party vendors (e.g. payments received through corporate clearing account such as lockbox, incoming ACH/wire payments, and preauthorized debit).
20. Process weekly commissions.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (preferred but not required).
2. High school diploma or GED with relevant experience may also be considered.
3. 2-4 years of experience in accounts payable or a related accounting function.
4. Experience with accounting systems and ERP software such as Microsoft Dynamics or similar.
5. Experience with 1099 processing.
6. Familiarity with three-way matching, purchase orders, and vendor reconciliations.
7. Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
8. Excellent organizational and time management skills.
9. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) and accounting software.
10. Strong interpersonal, verbal, written and telecommunication skills.
11. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.