Accounts Payable Specialist
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What you'll do
- Performs daily accounts payable activities such as maintenance of the general ledger and preparation of various accounting statements and financial reports.
- Responsible for completing all tasks following standard operating procedures as required.
- Makes calls to vendors to clarify any questionable invoice items, prices or signatures; calls intercompany department for proper information or data regarding invoice payments as needed.
- Facilitates the payment process by ensuring all required documentation is accompanied with the payment request.
- Takes phone calls and responds to any questions from departments or vendors as it relates to invoice payments.
- Maintains frequent contact with internal and external customers to address any payment issues.
- Assist with reporting on Key Performance Indicators for Senior Leadership presentations.
- May assist other team members Accounts Payable Lead Team in departmental initiatives.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
What they're looking for
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
- 2+ years of experience in accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger support, reconciliations, close support, or a related field required.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Knowledge of general accounting principles
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills
- Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Nice to have
- Certification in bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or accounting support preferred.
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Full description from employer
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Job Details
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general supervision of the Accounts Payable Supervisor, responsible for supporting the companies accounts payable activities. The associate will perform assigned tasks and resolve issues timely.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs daily accounts payable activities such as maintenance of the general ledger and preparation of various accounting statements and financial reports.
Responsible for completing all tasks following standard operating procedures as required.
Makes calls to vendors to clarify any questionable invoice items, prices or signatures; calls intercompany department for proper information or data regarding invoice payments as needed.
Facilitates the payment process by ensuring all required documentation is accompanied with the payment request.
Takes phone calls and responds to any questions from departments or vendors as it relates to invoice payments.
Maintains frequent contact with internal and external customers to address any payment issues.
Assist with reporting on Key Performance Indicators for Senior Leadership presentations.
May assist other team members Accounts Payable Lead Team in departmental initiatives.
Performs related duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires general knowledge of business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through a combination of work experience and completion of relevant college courses. Normally requires a minimum of three (3) years of experience.
MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Knowledge of general accounting principles
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to meet deadlines
Strong mathematical and analytical skills
Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
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High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required. 2+ years of experience in accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger support, reconciliations, close support, or a related field required. Certification in bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or accounting support preferred.What Cencora offers
Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.
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Affiliated Companies: CENCORA BUSINESS SERVICES INDIA PRIVATE LIMITEDEqual Employment Opportunity
Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.
The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.
Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned
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