Accounts Payable Specialist

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you! Job Description EBAD's continued growth requires an A ccounts Payable Specialist, reporting to the Accounting Manager, to join our team and work with our accounting department to oversee our organization's expenses. This role is based in our Simsbury, CT location with the ability to work a hybrid schedule. Responsibilities: Accounts Payable Specialist responsibilities include processing payments, verifying invoices, performs account reconciliations as needed, and avoids any instances of overlooked debt ensuring that all vendors are paid within a reasonable timeframe. This position will work with our accounting team to ensure the organization's expenditures are accurate and our accounting practices are standardized across the organization. Timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and credit card expenditures; ensuring 3-Way matching of invoices, prior to bill payment Ensure proper approvals and coding for expenses Prepare payment proposals for the AP accountant to issue checks and ACHs Prepare wire request with all support back up and obtain proper approval Prioritize, organize, and complete tasks in timely manner and provide excellent customer service to vendors and internal customers without compensating accuracy and compliance Assist in resolution of problem invoices externally with vendors and internally with other departments (Receiving, Purchasing, etc.) with a focus on addressing the root cause Maintaining W-9s and preparing 1099s Reconciling vendor statements, including researching and correcting discrepancies Maintaining files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices Assist with audits and yearly control testing Identify and work with team members to implement process improvements Other duties as assigned based on prior experience, which may include account reconciliations or assisting other accounting functions Requirements: 5+ years of experience in an Accounts Payable function High school diploma required Advanced competency in accounting and business management software In-depth knowledge of accounts payable principles and accounting standards Excellent collaboration and communication skills Positive attitude, energetic, self-motivated and be a team player Great time management and organizational skills Must be reliable and extremely trustworthy High attention to detail Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

Created: 2024-11-05