Accountant

Job Summary:Accounts Payable Accountant responsibilities include creating purchase orders, posting invoices, posting payments, sending remittance advices, reconciling vendor statements, keeping current with AP Inbox, responding to vendor inquiries. and preparing month-end close procedures. A successful accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts.

Essential Duties and Other Responsibilities:

Record accounts payable purchase orders, invoices and payments in accordance with established accounting policies and principles
Monitors and responds to vendor-related queries
Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
Post accounts payable invoices and perform reconciliations
Assist with reviewing of expenses, complete accounts payable, etc. as assigned
Prepare accrual entries
Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports
Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings
Assist with other accounting projects as assigned

Education/Experience/Skills Required:

BS degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant
Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
Familiarity with financial accounting statements
Knowledge of the accounts payable process, including internal controls
Thorough knowledge and experience with inventory related transactions.
Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, (Microsoft Dynamics NAV or other ERP system)
Advanced MS Excel skills including VLOOKUP's and pivot tables
Highly organized with strong accuracy and attention to detail
Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential