Accounts Payable Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:

Process and reconcile Vendor accounts payable invoices and/or accounts payable statements. Communicate with store personnel, vendors and LS buyers to resolve discrepancies. Ensure general ledger coding and approval process is within policy.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

70% – Process vendor invoices, credits, and/or operating expenses. Reconcile invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents to verify proper discounts and payment terms are applied. Reconcile vendor statements to validate proper payment is made. Ensure payment approval and general ledger account codes are within company policy.

20% – Communicate with store personnel and vendors to resolve basic  discrepancies including but not limited to price, purchase order errors, receiving errors, quantity, terms, claims, and credits due. Escalate more complex issues to department Supervisor or Lead as necessary.

10% – Organize documents and reconciliations for record retention.

Educational/Experience Requirements: 

• High school diploma or GED required
• Some accounting coursework preferred

Required Technical Skills/Knowledge: 

• Proficiency in Excel
• Accurate 10-key and keyboard skills
• Experience with Les Schwab accounting systems helpful

BENEFITS:

• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
• FREE medical healthcare option for employees
• Company-funded retirement plan – no cost to employee
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Hybrid arrangements available (3-4 days in office 1-2 days from home)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee discount