Accounts Payable Specialist

For more than 65 years, HEICO Corporation has thrived by serving niche segments of the aviation, defense, space and electronic industries by providing innovative and cost-saving products and services. HEICO's high energy culture focuses our Team Members' on providing high quality products and services to our customer base. Our leadership approach creates a dynamic environment that continually challenges our Team Members to perform at their best. For four consecutive years, Forbes Magazine ranked HEICO as one of the 200 "Best Small Companies." HEICO Corporation offers competitive compensation, paid vacation and holidays, an excellent 401K plan with company match, and medical, dental, life, and disability insurance.

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for intermediate level clerical accounting duties, requiring some analysis and individual judgment in the application of routine calculation, verification, and posting procedures to recurring assignments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs standardized accounting routines to process accounts payable; obtains payment authorization, generates checks, and processes for payment.
• Checks completeness and mathematical accuracy of repetitive accounting documents; makes simple adjustments with the appropriate concurrence of a supervisor.
• Posts accounting information where the identification and location of postings are clearly indicated; matches invoices received to purchase, requisition, and receiving documentation; checks accuracy; applies or verifies coding; posts; and schedules payment in keeping with standard procedures.
• Types and/or file vouchers, invoices, or similar items, if time permits or if required by circumstances.
• Identifies discrepancies and determines alternative courses of action.
• Posts information where the identification and location of postings are standardized and involve choices among easily recognizable situations which are subject to similar treatment.
• Assembles, analyzes, and audits various accounts (e.g., makes standard reconciliations); verifies payment.
• Develops contacts outside immediate work area for such purposes as obtaining, verifying, or providing information concerning accounting documents; responds to vendor inquiries regarding status of accounts payable; investigates and resolves questions and escalates complex matters to others.
• Performs other related duties as required.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited school.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES:

• Language/Communication Skills: Excellent both verbal and written skills. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Computer Skills:  Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Reasoning Skills:  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.  Ability to problem solve and provide solutions.
• Organizational Skills:  Strong organizational skills, strict attention to details and ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Interpersonal Skills:  Must be able to work in both a team environment and independently. Ability to effectively interact with Team Members of all levels.
• Customer Service Skills: Highly responsive to internal and external customer requirements.