Accounts Payable Specialist (contract)

At Carriage Services, we are united by our purpose of creating premier experiences through innovation, empowered partnership, and elevated service. As a member of our team, you'll join a dynamic community dedicated to setting new standards in the Funeral and Cemetery profession.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter and process vendor invoices into the accounting system.
• Verify invoice details such as amounts, vendor information, and approval, ensuring compliance with internal policies.
• Match purchase orders and receipts to invoices to confirm accuracy.
• Process payments (via checks, wire transfers, ACH, etc.) in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records in the system.
• Serve as the main point of contact for vendors, addressing inquiries, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring timely payment.
• Monitor vendor accounts to ensure payments are up to date.
• Reconcile vendor statements to identify and resolve any issues or discrepancies.
• Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring they adhere to company policies.
• Verify receipts, approval levels, and appropriate general ledger coding.
• Assist with month-end closing by preparing accounts payable accruals and reconciliations.
• Provide support for year-end audit, including pulling necessary documentation and assisting auditors with AP-related questions.
• Ensure all accounts payable activities adhere to company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining internal controls over the AP process.
• Reconcile AP subledger to the general ledger and investigate any variances.
• Generate and maintain accurate reports on the status of accounts payable transactions and aging reports.
• Prepare weekly/monthly payment runs, ensuring payments are made on time and approved by management.
• Coordinate with the treasury team to ensure proper cash flow management for payment processing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (preferred but not required).
• High school diploma or GED with relevant experience may also be considered.
• 2-4 years of experience in accounts payable or a related accounting function.
• Experience with accounting systems and ERP software such as Microsoft Dynamics or similar.
• Experience with OCR applications a plus.
• Familiarity with three-way matching, purchase orders, and vendor reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) and accounting software.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Pay

$31 - $34 per hour

Schedule

• Full-Time
• 2-month contract
• Hybrid work from home on Fridays

Location: 3040 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX (Corporate Office)