Accounts Payable Clerk - Temporary - Furst-McNess Company

PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVE:

Under direct supervision, manages the accounts payables process and work with employees, vendors, and supplies to ensure compliancy and timeliness.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• On a daily basis, receive all accounts payable invoices, sort and date, and process in Medius ensuring all processes and time frames are followed.
• Check invoices and requisitions for proper management approvals, supporting documentation and account coding within Medius.
• Work with plant locations and external inquiries to resolve problems with A/P invoices.
• Maintain and monitor contract vendors to ensure payments are made in accordance with the contract and review vendor setup including payment terms.
• Reconcile vendor accounts as needed.
• Provide backup for other members of the accounting department.
• Answer all vendor calls and respond to all vendor requests.
• Assist in annual audit process; prepare special reports as needed, answer all A/P related questions.
• Assist with any company computer conversions as it relates to A/P or other assigned duties.
• Assist in the preparation of vendor 1099's.
• Perform other work-related tasks as requested or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be able to succeed within and adhere to the culture of the Furst-McNess Company.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.
• An Associate's degree in Accounting or equivalent in related work experience in this industry.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office products.  Experience with Microsoft office products, SAP and Medius is preferred.
• Ability to keep all interested parties involved in a project updated and complete the project within the time frame given.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written, and is capable of utilizing these skills within all levels of the Company as well as externally.
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service to all associates and management staff, showing a sense of urgency relative to solving problems, performing assigned tasks, employee concerns, etc.
• Ability to effectively organize work schedules and manage multiple assignments by utilizing time management skills to ensure day-to-day assignments and special projects are completed within guidelines agreed upon.
• Ability to work as an effective team member within the finance department and company, as a whole.  Willingness to pitch in and do work that may not be a specific part of the job description for the overall good of the department and company.
• Ability to be flexible and be willing to change along with recommending changes that can enhance our ability to serve both internal and external customers more effectively and in a professional manner.  Respect other peoples' points of view and able to take constructive criticism.