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What You'll Do The role of the Accounts Payable Representative will be to perform all accounting and clerical tasks in relation to our Accounts Payable department. This part-time position will require 2-3 days per week onsite with a maximum of 20 hours per week. This position will report directly to our Accounting Manager. Routine AP duties, such as supplier/vendor payments, credit card payments, filing, and data entry Verification of supplier invoices, including confirmation of accurate General Ledger Account (GLA) codes Timely and accurate recording of AP invoices using a three-way match process Comparison of AP invoices against purchase orders with verification of pricing, payment terms, and other charges. Verifies any credits due are applied, if applicable. Accurately maintaining all AP reports, spreadsheets, and corporate AP files in accordance with company policy Processing outgoing payments and issuing checks while applying all payment procedures and policies to domestic and foreign vendor payments. Credit card reconciliation and accurate recording Timely payment of AP invoices once they have obtained proper approval Reconciling vendor statements to ensure accounts are current, resolving discrepancies with vendors Communicating with external suppliers and internal associates on all aspects of the AP process Maintaining compliance with all company policies and procedures Miscellaneous duties in support of the payable function and accounting department, as needed Understanding that essential duties and responsibilities are subject to increase over time What You'll Bring Associates degree in accounting or related field required, bachelors degree preferred Minimum of three years of hands-on practical related accounts payable/accounting experience. Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time while sitting at a desk and working on a computer Commitment to a part-time schedule within the hours of 9AM and 5PM (onsite, not a remote position) What We Value Understanding of basic principles of accounting and bookkeeping Superb time management skills and detail orientation Proficiency with Microsoft products, including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook (e-mail) as well as internet navigation Ability to maintain confidentiality of company and partner information Ability to work accurately and effectively under tight deadlines Ability to work independently, as well as with teams Ability to demonstrate good common sense, sound judgment, and problem solve Ability to use 10-key calculator for a variety of accounting functions Ability to perform mathematical computations, such as, but not limited to, percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division Ability to follow company policies and procedures Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled