Accountant / Analyst - AP
Job Category : Accounting
Requisition Number : ACCOU002993
Location : Little Rock, AR 72201, USA
Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Uses reasoning skills and logic to make coding decisions for accurate recording of invoices and expense reports, so expense is properly allocated on the general ledger.
- Thinks analytically to understand IRS and FINRA regulatory requirements related to contributions, sponsorships, and gifts and to evaluate individual expense related to these.
- Understands use tax laws well enough to recognize and record use tax when necessary on invoices.
- Maintains notes for use in documenting the AP processing of invoices and expense reports.
- Verifies and allocates expense / charges based upon percentage of usage or other statistical basis on certain invoices and expense reports.
- This frequently requires communicating with other employees who provide this information.
- Sets up new Suppliers in Workday and updates address and payment information as necessary.
- Understands when a Supplier should be issued a 1099 for payment to ensure proper set up.
- Assists with training new employees regarding expense reimbursement procedures and assist employees with inquiries regarding preparation, processing, and payment of employee expense reports.
- Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in a related field.4+ years of related experience and / or training.Equivalent combination of education and experience.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills and strong attention to detail.Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.Analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills with the ability to determine the appropriate action.Process management skills.Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, with the ability to learn and utilize industry specific software as required.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Demonstrated reliability in attendance and work performance.Conceptual understanding of the organizational structure of the company to effectively answer AP-related questions from vendors and employees.Deadlines imposed by management, regulatory agency filing, year-end audits and regulatory exams, may limit when vacation can be scheduled.Licenses & Certifications
Required
HIPAA Training
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