AP Specialist II

Job Description:

At Sparklight and our Cable One family of brands, we keep our customers and associates connected to what matters most. For our associates, that means: a thriving and rewarding career, respect for the communities where they live and work, a focus on health and wellness, an excellent work/life balance, and an open and inclusive workplace. 

The Accounts Payable Specialist II processes invoices to ensure correct and accurate payment. Processes expense reports for accuracy and proper approval. Inputs invoices and expense reports into computer system for payment.  Matches invoices and expense reports to checks after check runs to verify proper payment.  Researches unpaid or incorrectly paid invoices.  Advises associates and organizations on Accounts Payable processes, systems and deadlines.

What you will do to contribute to the company's success

• Sorts, dates, codes and enters incoming documents into the accounts payable system
• Mails supplier checks and records mailings on registers.
• Maintains the check back-up filing system.
• Creates files for new vendors.
• Edits check batches for correct input into the data management system / database.
• Prints and stamps invoices.
• Scans and sends invoices for approval.
• Follows-up on invoice approvals.
• Maintains various registers, including:
  • Final check,
  • Preliminary check,
  • Void check,
  • Quick check,
  • Wire.
• Executes weekly check runs and prepares wire transfers.
• Runs accounts payable reports.
• Maintains accounts payable files.
• Gathers files and information requested by auditors.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ prior experience
• High school or equivalent
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Data entry and computer skills required.

Core Competencies 

• Committed: Values each and every customer, while working hard to keep their business and support our communities. 
• Helpful: Delivers support in the ways that are most useful to our customers and addresses their needs with expertise, respect, and empathy. 
• Proactive: Understand what our customers need, and actively works to make their relationship with use seamless, easy, and rewarding. 
• Personal: Knows our customers well, and tailors our communications and interactions to address their needs and expectations. 

Benefits

Cable One and our family of brands appreciates the role our associates play to help the company grow, and in return an excellent benefits package is offered to our associates to recognize the importance of their contributions, such as: 

• Medical, dental, and vision plans – start when you start! 
• Life insurance (self, spouse, children)
• Paid time off (vacation, holiday, and personal/sick days) 
• 401(k) - 100% company match starts day 1 of employment (up to 5% of eligible compensation)
• Group Legal plan with Identity Theft Protection

Additional Perks 

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 on 1st year) 
• Annual community support to various organizations across the U.S. 
• Associate recognition & awards programs
• Advancement opportunities 
• Collaborative work environment 
• FREE Cable One services for associates who live in a serviceable area
• Up to $75/mo. Stipend

Our Commitment

Diversity lies in the communities we serve and among the associates who dedicate themselves to ensure our continued success. Here at Cable One and our family of brands, we believe it is our individual and unique talents, backgrounds and perspectives that, when combined, truly make us an unstoppable force. "Stronger Together" is not just a verbal cue, it is the motto that our associates live by, exemplify, and embody each and every day.

Cable One and our family of brands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
 

Pre-hire Processes

Cable One and our family of brands is committed to keeping our associates and customers safe. Job offers are contingent upon the results of background, drug screening, and reference check. Only after successfully passing these pre-hire clearances are individuals approved for hire and ready to start their successful and rewarding career.