ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSOCIATE

POSITION:                    ACCOUNTS PAYABLE  ASSOCIATE

OVERVIEW:                 Responsible for performing accounts payable and other general accounting tasks, handling vendor correspondence, and serving as the backup to the front desk and other admin functions. This position reports directly to the Assistant Controller.

SPECIFIC JOB  RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Responsible for reconciling and processing beverage invoices by verifying the Bill of Lading and Purchase entries for accuracy.

- Resolves purchase order and invoice discrepancies by conducting the research and preparing documentation to support the necessary adjustments

- Performs daily posting of accounts payable, EFT and ACH  payments

- Submits proper documentation for approval and processing payments by  check

- Reconciles accounts payable aging to the  GL

- Ensures credits are received for outstanding memos and returned  cooperage

- Verifies supplier accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related  transactions

- Documents and/or updates tasks and/or procedures, as needed.

- Assist with processing and reconciliation of supplier billbacks and rebates, as needed

- Expected to cross-train and provide back-up for various other accounting  duties

- Provides administrative and clerical support as  necessary

- Protects organization's value by keeping information  confidential

- Any other task associated with this position and as determined by the Assistant Controller,  Controller or senior management.

Qualifications

JOB  REQUIREMENTS:

- Working knowledge of accounting principles and good analytical skills are  required

- PC proficiency, knowledge of Microsoft Office ,  experience with accounting software and online platforms are  required

- A keen eye for detail, thoroughness, and excellent data entry skills are  required

- Ability to calculate, analyze, and post manual and automated transactions and investigate any irregularities

- Capacity to apply experience and education along with the ability to learn company  specifics

- Reliance on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the  job

- Must have excellent work habits, outstanding organizational and time management skills, and ability to meet deadlines

- Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, are a  must

- Flexibility and willingness to learn and perform a variety of accounting tasks as  needed