Accounting Specialist II – A/P

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reconciles vendor statements and invoices. Works with internal departments to get invoices approved and processed.
• Codes and processes vendor invoices for payment. Sets up and maintains vendor accounts. Checks accounts and data for accuracy.
• Resolves vendor invoice inquires verbally over the phone and in writing, as needed.
• Reconciles vendor accounts as assigned.
• Maintains sub-ledger.
• Performs specials projects as assigned.
• Assists with account reconciliations as assigned.
• Supports accounting department staff as needed.
• Assists Senior Accountant as needed.
• Adheres to all customer care standards.
• Actively cares and advocates safety at Western States. Adhere to all applicable safety policies, procedures and standards.
• May accomplish training and serve as a team member in support of Western States’ strategic programs, projects, and initiatives.
• Works within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft computer products or other comparable systems required.
• Ability to learn enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Consistent attendance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• 3 years minimum of accounting experience required in a typical accounting function such as A/P, A/R, payroll, bookkeeping, or similar.
• Knowledge of accounting software required.
• ERP software experience preferred.
• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write in English).

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time along with walking, standing, climbing stairs, reaching pushing, pulling, leaning and twisting.
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies.

• Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
• Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
• The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)