Accounts Payable Specialist-Entry Level

Company: Merkle
Location: Columbia
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

Company Description:

Merkle is a global data-driven, technology-enabled performance marketing agency. For over 30 years, Fortune 1,000 companies and leading nonprofit organizations have partnered with us to build and maximize the value of their customer portfolios. We work with world-class brands like Dell, T-Mobile, Samsung, GEICO, Regions, Kimberly-Clark, AARP, Lilly, Sanofi, NBC Universal, DIRECTV, American Cancer Society, Habitat for Humanity, and many others to build and execute customer-centric business strategies. With more than 9,000 smart, dedicated people in more than 50 offices around the world, we are still growing at a rate that outpaces the market, with 2018 net revenue of $846million.

Job Description:

Supports the Operational Accounting Department by reviewing, entering and paying invoices, creating ACH files, posting vendor payments and filing. Additional responsibilities include researching and resolving vendor inquiries, and performing ad hoc research projects as directed by the Accounting Supervisor.
Key Responsibilities
--- Preparing and processing Accounts Payable invoices
--- Sort invoices in preparation for data entry and payment.
--- Process ACH payments and performing periodic check runs.
--- Perform audits of travel and expense reimbursement requests and assist employees as necessary
--- Process payment of vouchers as assigned, in compliance with established payment terms and payment processing guidelines.
--- Assist with vendor and field office inquiries. Research and respond to inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
--- Submit printed check with the corresponding voucher supporting documentation for approval and check signing
--- Perform Treasury functions as needed, including but not limited to journal entries, Wire payments, FX analysis, bank balance reporting
--- Assemble and mail check payments for distribution to vendors.
--- Ensure that all internal accounts payable standards and guidelines are followed.
--- Participate in internal education requirements.
--- Maintains strict confidentiality of vendor information and company proprietary information.
--- Perform ad hoc accounts payable related projects as assigned by Accounting Manager
--- Serve as backup for cash management functions
--- Copying, scanning, faxing and filing.

Qualifications:

--- Two years related accounts payable experience processing 150-200 invoices per week or equivalent combination of education and experience
--- Knowledge of general ledger accounting systems and general accounting
--- Knowledge of basic mathematics
--- Proficient with data entry, computer programs, and spreadsheets
--- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
--- Ability to communicate effectively through email
--- Deadline oriented
--- Able to deliver high level of customer service to external and internal customers

Additional Information:

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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