Accounts Payable Representative

About the role

LMC is a leading buying group for a network of independent family-owned building material companies across the US. We negotiate and facilitate procurement opportunities for the most desired brands in the lumber and building materials industry. We also provide operational support with focus on logistics, capital equipment, technology, and marketing.

Responsibilities

• Compiles, tracks and enters invoices from vendors, verifying information and posting details to the accounts payable system(s).
• Ensures timely vendor payments through accounts payable check voucher system or via ACH electronic payment.
• Negotiates vendor electronic payment float times (days) to eliminate paper-based vendor arrangements.
• Resolves vendor account discrepancies by investigating documentation, issuing stop payments and posting adjustments. This includes resolving any vendor open items shown on monthly statements of account.
• Audits employee expense reports by verifying authorization and compliance with company travel and entertainment policy.
• Verifies new vendor information including W-9 Taxpayer ID requests and 1099 reporting information.
• Responsible for implementation of company Claims and Adjustment, Corrections and crediting policies.
• Distributes and reconciles petty cash (weekly).
• Responsible for maintaining excellent vendor accounting relationships and providing required customer service.
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a business environment. Experience with Accounts Payable is preferred.
• Excellent Customer Service Skills are required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong MS Excel skills.
• Experience with integrated accounting systems
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.