The Accounts Payable Associate reports directly to the Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller. This position is responsible for a variety of accounts payable functions including, but not limited to, maintaining accurate accounts payable records by receiving, processing, verifying, vouchering and reconciling invoices. Coordinate and assist with the month end closing process, including timely and accurate preparation of journal entries.

Primary Responsibilities:

Scan, review and record invoices in JD Edwards, ensuring invoices are approved, accurate and recorded in the correct accounting period.

Voucher and process payments for overhead payables

Process the weekly check runs, including both ACH payments and manual checks Assist with voids and check re-issues

Research and assist with inquiries and solve invoice and payment discrepancies Check requests

General Ledger Posting to include journal entry reclasses

Reconciliations

Meet scheduled monthly deadlines

Assist with other projects as assigned by management

Position Qualifications:

Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve discrepancies

Strong organizational, planning and prioritizing skills

Detail oriented with the ability to produce accurate work and handle multiple projects

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Customer service mentality with a willingness to serve

Experience with JD Edwards, Google Suite, or Salesforce is a plus but not required Microsoft Excel experience

Knowledge of Concur Expense Accounting Software, is a plus but not required

Ideal to have knowledge of job cost accounting but not required

Minimum Requirements:

1-3 years of accounting experience and/or overhead payable processing in a fast-paced accounts payable environment

High School Diploma

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Hakeem Peterson