Accounts Payable Specialist

Motivated Accounts Payable Coordinator needed to help support the Accounting and Finance team at Synagro. Responsible for reviewing invoices and check requests and resolving discrepancies with vendors and internal customers. Perform data entry of invoices, check request and credit memos to accounting system and maintain accurate files and documentation to support processing.

Essential Functions:

• Review all billing documents received from the field for accuracy and completeness
• Resolve any quantity or billing item code discrepancies with the field prior to invoicing
• Prepare weekly and/or monthly invoices to customers per contract for all activity during the period, by close deadline
• Review contracts for billing requirements, setup of new customers, creation of billing item codes
• Create and mail monthly statements
• Process credit and/or debit memo's, if needed, for any adjustments to previously issued customer invoices
• Maintain relationships with customers for billing issues, collections issues, and/or customer service issues
• Assist in month end closing and accruals
• Assist with weekly collections of accounts
• Assist Supervisor with special projects and other duties as needed

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work independently, problem solve, and follow established protocol
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a flexible fast paced environment
• Cooperative mindset that is willing to assist others
• Strong attention to detail, especially when working through aggressive deadlines
• High level of accountability, accuracy, and efficiency, especially when multitasking.
• Demonstrate being a team player by being flexible, reliable, positive, and willing to support team members.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• College level accounting classes (preferred)
• 3-4 years of previous related Accounts Receivable experience
• Knowledge of essential business computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Knowledge of NetSuite Accounting system a plus

We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.