Accounts Payable Specialist 1 - Temporary

This role is for a temporary position at Cirrus. The duration of the temporary position is 6 months from the date of employment. 

Job Summary

Provides financial, administrative and clerical support by ensuring payments are completed and expenses are controlled by processing, verifying and reconciling invoices.

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Review invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
• Process 3 way P.O. matching invoices
• Process check requests, non-PO invoices, and warranty claims
• Clear wire transfer and auto debit  payments with proper documentation
• Respond to vendor inquiries
• Reconcile vendor statements, including research and correction of discrepancies
• Timely clearing of wire/ACH payments
• Basic knowledge of sales and use tax
• Efficient and courteous resolution of supplier inquiries
• Other duties as assigned
• Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED required, Associate’s degree in accounting preferred
• 1 to 2 years experience in Accounts Payable or related accounting experience
• Detail oriented, organized, reliable, self starter
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, 10-key by touch, and ERP system experience is a plus
• Ability to type 60-65 wpm
• Strong problem solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills
• Thorough knowledge of applicable accounts payable/general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts and corporate procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division quickly and accurately
• Must be able to follow standard filing procedures

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Communicates effectively Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Ensures Accountability Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Instills trust Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required. 

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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