Accounts Payable Specialist

About the role

The Accounts Payable (A/P) Specialist is responsible for centralized accounts payable functions for Moran Environmental Recovery (MER) and its subsidiaries. Reporting directly to the A/P Supervisor, the A/P Specialist ensures efficient and effective financial and administrative operations within assigned responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility for entry and approval-routing high-volume A/P for MER and its subsidiaries in the centralized accounting system.
• Accurate and timely capture of Corporate Credit Card activity:
  • Monitor compliance with Company Card and Purchasing Policy guidelines.
  • Process weekly card activity in Concur Expense.
  • Post and reconcile card activity in the accounts payable system.
• Support accurate and timely A/P disbursements, including scheduled payment runs and off-schedule check requests.
• Process employee expense reimbursement reports in Concur Expense and post to the accounts payable system in compliance with Company Travel & Expense Policy guidelines.
• Serve as the primary contact for timely follow-up on vendor inquiries and A/P vendor statements.
• Suggest and implement process improvements to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of A/P.
• Handle special projects as requested.

Requirements

• A minimum of two years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable or Accounting is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general computer operations, including extensive experience with MS Excel spreadsheets and accounting information databases.
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors, internal clients, and all levels of management, office, and field employees.
• Strong time management, attention to detail, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task.

Qualifications

Associate degree strongly preferred in accounting or business-related fields; non-degreed professionals with 5+ years’ experience may apply. Additional business management education or professional training is strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance Plans.
• Employee Assistance, Health Advocate, and Wellness Programs.
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 4% match.
• Company-paid Financial Advice Program.
• Paid Vacation based on years of service.
• Generous PTO plan.