Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description
Norco is currently seeking an individual to fill our Accounts Payable Specialist position. The Accounts Payable Specialist performs accounting responsibilities in the purchase to pay cycle designed to ensure timely and accurate updates to the vendor account and the general ledger. The Accounts Payable Specialist may also perform specialized accounting duties using software programs to perform such things, but not limited to, updates the fixed asset system, process electronic charges to and from customers. The Accounts Payable Specialist may also assist other members of the Accounting team on General Ledger or sales tax duties as assigned. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Apply payable to general ledger account, using standard accounting codes
Check taxable status of each payable and make copies for tax files when appropriate
Assist with monthly and quarterly Sales, Use and B&O Tax Returns
Prepare journal entries when appropriate
Enter and apply payments to customer & patient accounts through cash application, using knowledge of departmental policy and good judgement
Match packing slips and purchase orders to statements received from vendor or utility
Ensure purchase was properly authorized
Communicate AP invoice to PO discrepancies with vendor and purchasing to resolve variance
Determine date to pay according to guidelines
Adhere to all established procedures, policies and safety rules
Perform other tasks as assigned or needed
Follow safe work procedures and ensure adherence to practice of safety daily
Sort and open mail
Processing requests for W-9’s, ACH/EFT setups & electronic statements
Research customer questions about payments on account
Research vendor questions about payments on account
Perform other tasks as assigned or necessary