The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for reviewing, monitoring and maintaining invoices, expense reports, and other accounts payable transactions and reports. This person will work in direct support of the Accounts Payable Manager and serve as an AP Liaison to various remote locations within The Cook & Boardman Group. A qualified applicant should have accounts payable knowledge and experience.

Essential Functions
• Reviews and verifies invoices and check requisitions, and enters them into ERP system
• Matching Invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents. Ensuring invoices are coded to the correct general ledger accounts, cost centers and projects

• Monitors accounts to ensure payments are up to date by reviewing vendor statements.
• Researches and resolves invoice discrepancies and issues by working with purchasing, receiving and other departments to resolve mismatches or issues.
• Corresponds with vendors and other associates and responds to inquires
• Other relative duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree, or an equivalent combination of education/experience
• Current and valid US driver's license preferred
• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in similar accounting position
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Excellent Excel experience and skills required
• High attention to detail, self-motivated, and the ability to work independently
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong PC and systems skills required, proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Thorough knowledge of general accounting including thorough skills knowledge plus the application of general accounting theory
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills requiredPhysical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this role, the employee will regularly communicate verbally and in writing, and must be able to see and hear in a typical office setting. The role frequently involves sitting, walking, standing, using hands to handle or feel, and reaching with arms and hands.

Work Environment
This position operates primarily in a professional office environment. It routinely involves the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, copiers, and filing systems. Occasional business travel may be required.

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for success in the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Cook & Boardman Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.