Accounts Payable Specialist Jr

This position is responsible for the efficient and effective processing of all credit union invoices Credit Union Board/Volunteer and employee reimbursements and corporate card expenditures and ensuring payments are valid and properly authorized. This position is responsible for the appropriate general ledger account coding when entering invoices to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and has the latitude to interact with all levels of management in a polished and professional manner. The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for performing research for and providing information to Credit Union staff and management regarding the companys payable disbursements. The Credit Union is required to selfassess use tax on relevant expenditures when sales tax is not assessed by the vendor. This position is responsible for understanding State County City and other taxing authorities requirements and rates to ensure appropriate use tax is calculated posted and remitted according to deadlines published by the taxing authorities. Additional duties include but are not limited to maintaining the Credit Union records of personnel authorized to approve various Credit Union expenditures maintaining vendor records managing the accounts payable files to include record retention and ensuring the accuracy of 1099 vendor IRS reporting at year end. This position is responsible for composing and maintaining updated department procedures related to this function and for assessing efficiencies exploring solutions and submitting recommendations to improve the Accounts Payable function.

Essential Functions

• Accounts Payable Daily Functions: Review payment requests received from various cost centers for Accounts Payable processing and ensure expenditure is properly authorized and coded consistent with GAAP. Ensure capitalized or prepaid expenditures are captured accurately and notify the Accounting Specialist for proper recording on the Fixed Asset system. Follow through with the appropriate cost center manager and/or vendor on pastdue invoices and other accounts payablerelated research activities. Ensure new vendors are OFACverified W9 documentation is obtained and create ACH payment record when relevant ensuring payment method is vendorauthorized. Process payments according to procedures ensuring vendor remittance information is correct and payments are accurate and in balance while ensuring invoices have not been previously paid. Monitor and resolve outstanding stale Accounts Payable checks. Keep Accounting management apprised of status to ensure compliance with State escheatment laws and regulations. Process Corporate Credit Card Visa Itemization ensuring transactions are posted to the correct general ledger account. Assess the use tax on relevant transactions. Perform other duties as requested by supervisor commensurate with this position.
• Accounts Payable Tax Remittance / Records: Manage and maintain information and records related to use tax remittances. Follow up with vendors when necessary engaging the services of Compliance when relevant to assure vendors who should be assessing sales tax are appropriately notified. Manage and maintain sales tax collections from repossessed vehicle sales. Maintain vendor employee and volunteer records and accounts payable files and records to include proper 1099 yearend reporting and record retention.
• Accounts Payable Process Maintenance / Improvement: Develop revise and maintain procedures for assigned processes and tasks. Assess efficiencies explore solutions and submit recommendations to improve the Accounts Payable workflow and function to management. Assist in projects related to the Accounts Payable function to include corerelease testing of software such as Concur.
• Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Ent policies and procedures and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

Qualifications :

Minimum Formal Qualifications for this Position

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. or equivalent.
• Associates Degree in Accounting preferred
• Minimum Requirements: No prior professional experience is required for this entrylevel role; however candidate must be able to demonstrate they have the minimum required skills to complete the essential functions of the role. This is generally accomplished by having a relevant degree certification or previous work experience related to the skills abilities and essential functions of this role.
• 3 years combined experience in accounts payable or other accounting related functions. Preferred
• 1 years combined experience in an accounts payable function in the banking/credit union industry. Preferred

Each year of relevant work experience may be exchanged for a year in a relevant degree program or vice versa. For example a requirement of a bachelors degree in accounting and 2 years of account experience could be substituted for a high school diploma and 6 years of relevant accounting work experience or a masters degree in accounting and 0 years of work experience.

Technical or Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic understanding of accounts payable processes and accounting principles
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively to meet deadlines
• Communication skills for dealing with vendors and internal teams
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information
• Problemsolving mindset to address discrepancies or issues efficiently

Certifications Required:

• None

Environmental Physical and Psychological Requirements

• Standing Occasionally
• Walking Occasionally
• Sitting Frequently
• Lifting Rarely 40 Lbs)
• Carrying Rarely
• Pushing Rarely
• Pulling Rarely
• Balancing Rarely
• Stooping Rarely
• Kneeling Rarely
• Crouching Rarely
• Crawling Rarely
• Reaching Occasionally
• Handling Occasionally
• Grasping Occasionally
• Feeling Occasionally
• Talking Frequently
• Hearing Frequently
• Repetitive Motions Frequently
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Occasionally
• Noises louder than normal speaking volume Occasionally
• Temperature Changes Rarely
• Atmospheric Conditions Rarely

Additional Information :

The pay range for this position is: $26.79 to $29.61 per Hour (ESB)

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience specific skills and competencies education certifications and internal pay equity.

This position is eligible for our corporate bonus program based on company performance.

Benefits Summary Sheet

At Ent Credit Union we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
 

• Health Benefits: Affordable insurance 24/7 doctor access and a nationwide provider network.
• 401(k): 3 automatic contribution after three months plus up to 6 matching.
• Paid Time Off: During your first year enjoy 16 days of paid time off (PTO) plus 9 paid holidays. And it grows from there.
• Volunteer Time Off: Paid time off to give back to the community.
• Education Support: Up to $10000 annually for higher education and assistance for certifications.
• Exclusive Discounts: Significant savings on home car and personal loans.
  
  For more information about our outstanding benefits please visit our careers page at anticipate this position to close on 05/02/2025. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience to be considered.
  
  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
  
  The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 601.35(c)