Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The AP/AR Specialist handles a variety of duties to assist the Accounting Team in handling accounting tasks for CU*Answers, its partners and clients. The AP/AR Specialist specializes in the processing of vendor invoices and payments and does not normally handle typical accounting functions.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Perform various accounting and clerical functions as assigned by the CFO or Vice President of Finance, including Accounts Payable, billings, purchase orders, filing, end-of-month reporting, data entry, bank deposits, account reconciliations and other duties as required.
Maintain a positive contribution as a member of the Accounting Team and complete all tasks assigned by management to meet team objectives including participation and contribution to monthly team meetings.
Perform various accounting and clerical functions related to the processing of vendor invoices and payments of those invoices for all entities. These duties include, but are not limited to:
Reviews, codes and processes all vendor invoices for data entry into the accounting software.
Prepares weekly check run reports for review and approval by CFO.
Processes payments and distribution of payments on a weekly basis.
Prepares Cash Worksheet for CFO review.
Maintains Prepaid and Fixed Asset invoices for month-end review and reporting by VP of Finance.
Maintenance of various spreadsheets and documentation to support transactions (Bank Account Worksheets).
Responsible for maintenance and organization of the Paid Vendor Files.
Responsible for scanning and filing of Client/Vendor Contracts (RIM).
Assist Billing Coordinator with monthly billing process and is also the back-up team member.
Reconcile vendor accounts as necessary.
Prepares various general ledger account reconciliations for month-end close.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
High School graduate or equivalent is required.
Continuing education desired.
Experience using computer accounting systems.
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word preferred.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to use discretion when dealing with sensitive or confidential data.
CU*Answers maintains a strong policy of equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. We strive to be consistent in hiring, training, promoting, and compensating employees on the basis of personal competence and potential for advancement without regard for race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, transgendered status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, veteran or military status, height, weight, as well as other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. Our equal employment opportunity philosophy applies to all aspects of employment with CU*Answers, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, transfer, promotion, job benefits, pay, demotion, dismissal, and educational assistance.
