Accounts Payable Clerk - Genesee and Wyoming Railroad

SUMMARY:
The person in this position performs a variety of routine and non-routine clerical and accounting functions in accordance with standard procedures in general accounting and accounts payable. This is a full-time temporary position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare invoices to be entered into an automated system
• Reviews invoices for accuracy and sending for electronic approvals
• Review reports and statements; respond to questions and requests for payment status
• Contact vendors as needed; provide customer service to our vendors
• Communicate with other departments and regional personnel
• Compile, audit, and report accounts payable data as necessary
• Perform other accounting duties, as required

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to adapt to changes
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and able to work independently
• Strong personal computer skills, with an emphasis in Microsoft Excel or other accounting software
• Experience processing online payments via vendor websites

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

• Previous experience with high volume data entry and working with teams preferred

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment 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, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.