About the Role:
The AP Accounting Assistant III will use organization, detail orientation and advanced communication skills to process vendor invoices and payments in a timely manner. The Accounts Payable Acctg Assistant III is responsible for tracking of vendors and funds in the Company’s accounting software system and utilizing Microsoft Excel. The Assistant will assist with check-mailing process and provide additional general administrative support to the team as needed. The AP Acctg Assistant III will support the level I and II team members, assist with maintaining process documentation, analyze invoice integrity reports and assist in audits.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 to 7 years of Accounts Payable experience is required
• Experience with major ERP software such as Oracle or SAP
• High school diploma or GED is required
• AA or BS/BA degree in Accounting, Business or similar discipline is preferred

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of accounts payable or accounting software, as well as Business Systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel (accuracy with data entry, formatting fields, and standardizing data)
• Customer service aptitude and high attention to details
• Ability to work within a team environment with a collaborative approach
• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills, with ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet required deadlines
• Capable of handling confidential and sensitive information
  What We Offer:

• Review and process 2- and 3-way match vendor invoices in the AP workflow software within expected turn-around times
• Resolve discrepant or disputed issues relating to the suppliers, troubleshooting and handling complex/specific account issues
• Respond promptly and accurately to internal and external inquiries, acting as escalation point for the AP Accounting Assistant I & II team members
• Record business transactions and check requests
• Review and process employee expense reports
• Secure proper approvals for non-PO invoices
• Review statements worked by AP Coordinator to ensure completion
• Research and verity Sales and Use Tax rates for district offices
• Set up new vendors in ERP software including completion of compliance verification
• Complete annual or semi-annual vendor record maintenance process
• Analyze invoicing integrity reports
• Provide formal and informal training to lower-level AP employees; review and assist AP accounting team with work assignments
• Assist with internal and external audits as needed
• Maintain up-do-date process documentation
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable
  About You: