Accounting Representative- Accounts Payable at Country Bank for Savings

Ware, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Mar, 26

Salary

27.0

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts Payable, Customer Service, Written Communication, Numerical Aptitude, Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Word, ERP Systems, Accounting Systems, Prologue Financial, Finastra, Reconciliation, Expense Tracking, Tax Monitoring, Training

Industry

Banking

Description

Being a Country Bank team member has a lot of perks! Our competitive total compensation package and comprehensive benefit package include: * Medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) Plan with a generous employer contribution plus match; * Income protection benefits; * Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement benefits; * Remote work and flexible scheduling options; * Generous total paid time off, and more! Country Bank is a growing mutual community bank with locations in Hampden, Hampshire and Worcester counties. We are Made to Make a Difference in the lives of our customers, our communities, and for our team members every day since 1850. It is our people that drive our success and create our inclusive and engaging culture. We’re excited to meet you to discuss our career opportunities and how you can make a difference as a part of our growing Finance team! About the Job: We're excited to announce an opportunity for the position of Accounting Representative- Accounts Payable! Under the supervision of the Vice President, Controller, this position processes the weekly accounts payable invoices and other related accounts payable and accounting functions. The hiring range for this position is $22.00 to $27.00 hourly. This position is Full Time, 40 hours weekly. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Other Duties May be Assigned): * Processes weekly accounts payable invoices received for Bank expenses through Onbase. This includes managing the American Express/Employee Debit Card Workflow to gather receipts, business descriptions and generate entries to the appropriate general ledger accounts. * Maintains the Prologue application for Accounts Payable, Accruals, and Prepaid Expenses. * Maintains AMEX Emburse Spend application for corporate credit cards. * Research accounts payable inquiries from staff or vendors, including AMEX and Branch Debit Cards. * Processes and reconciles the Bank’s accruals and prepaid expenses. Builds, maintains, and performs monthly reconciliation for accruals and prepaids. * Serves as back up to the Fixed Asset accounting process. * Processes and posts the Bank’s month end accruals. * Tracks expenses to ensure that invoices are paid in a timely manner. * Follows-up with managers across the Bank on pending or questionable invoices. * Maintains accounts payable authorization lists and submits to CFO quarterly for approval. * Conduct sales tax monitoring and processing on applicable invoices. * Prepares 1099-MISC statements for vendors and submits the IRS Fire File for year-end taxes. * Prepares procedures for all tasks and provides training to new staff. * Prepares various monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts and DDAs. * Assists in wire processing, verifying changes in PayPlus, resetting passwords, and answering various end-user and customer questions. * Responsible for building long-lasting relationships with customers, community and colleagues through the embodiment of our Core Values: Integrity, Service, Teamwork, Excellence and Prosperity. * Other job duties, as assigned. Knowledge and Skills It is required that the employee in this position can work independently while interpreting ideas and facts. This employee should have strong customer service skills, as well as strong written communication skills. Must have exceptional numerical aptitude. This position requires intermediate knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Outlook. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word is also necessary. Education and Work Experience A High School diploma or equivalent is required, along with a minimum of two years of related work experience, including two years in an Accounts Payable or general accounting role and/or experience with ERP or accounting systems, preferably Finastra and Prologue Financial. Working Conditions/Physical Requirements This position is in an office environment, which means the physical surroundings are generally pleasant and comfortable with minimal exposure to injury or other hazards, with a moderate level of noise. Prolonged periods of sitting and looking at a computer screen with freedom of movement on a regular basis is expected. Minimal physical effort is required but could include: repetitive motion of wrists and fingers; talking and hearing; and handling of light materials and supplies.

Responsibilities

The Accounting Representative processes weekly accounts payable invoices and manages related accounting functions. This includes maintaining applications for accounts payable, researching inquiries, and preparing various reconciliations.