Accounts Payable Accountant

Recycling Management Resources, Llc

Job Location:

Duluth, MN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

From recycling and consulting to shredding and transportation The Wilmington Group blends four dynamic companies handling almost two million tons of material annually. With strategically located recycling and destruction facilities a worldwide brokerage network and in-house logistical expertise The Wilmington Group maximizes value in fiber for its customers while making a position impact on the environment.

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Our People Are Our Business. Employing talented people who align with our companys purpose and values is key to The Wilmington Group (TWG) success. At TWG our most valued assets are our people. Our most valued principle is an uncompromising commitment to the health and safety of those people. TWG keeps safety at the forefront of our business with a comprehensive safety training program daily safety meetings in all facilities and a safety incentive program for all employees.

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The Opportunity:

The Wilmington Grouphas an exciting career opportunity for an Accounts Payable (AP) Accountant to join our AP department. The accounts payable department keeps our financial systems running smoothly by managing cash flow and paying vendors and suppliers.

We are searching for a skilled accountant to join our AP team. The AP accountant will have a daily ongoing impact on financial transactions keeping us on track on time and on good terms with our valued partners.

This position will be based in Sandy Springs GA.

Travel Requirements: less than 5%.

How you will make an impact:

Partner with Procurement team members to review verify and process vendor invoices ensuring accuracy proper authorization and compliance with company policies.
Perform two-and three-way matching of invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents; investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly to prevent payment delays.
Review and analyze mid-month and month-end accrual reports ensuring completeness and accuracy of recorded liabilities.
Accurately enter high-volume invoice data into the accounting system processing around 500 non-trade invoices per month 2000 trade invoices per month with a high degree of accuracy.
Prepare and process electronic payments (ACH wire) and checks ensuring timely and accurate disbursement in accordance with payment terms.
Reconcile vendor statements research outstanding balances and resolve discrepancies through collaboration with vendors and internal departments.
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned locations responding to vendor and internal payment inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Maintain organized and audit-ready records of invoices payments approvals and correspondence in accordance with retention policies.
Generate and distribute daily and weekly accounts payable reports supporting cash flow visibility and management review.
Assist with month-end and year-end close activities including account reconciliations accruals and preparation for external audits.
Reconcile accounts payable disbursements to bank reconciliations ensuring alignment between subledger and general ledger activity.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors to support efficient AP operations.
Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned by the Accounts Payable Manager.

What you need to succeed:

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field preferred.
35 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable operations.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel (pivot tables VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP reconciliations).
Ownership mentality demonstrated through initiative-taking problem-solving sound judgment and full accountability for team deliverables and project outcomes.
Proven ability to multitask and manage high-volume transaction processing.
Meticulous with strong organizational skills effectively managing multiple priorities across vendors payment cycles and month-end close schedules.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in demanding environments maintaining accuracy during tight close deadlines and peak processing periods.
Self-directed professional with a history of successfully balancing competing demands and shifting priorities with minimal supervision.
Excellent communication interpersonal and organizational skills; able to collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to resolve discrepancies efficiently.
Collaborator who builds positive professional relationships across departments and contributes to shared operational goals.
Experience with MS Navision and SAP Concur preferred (not required).
Adjacent experience in related accounting or finance functions preferred (not required).

What we offer:

The Wilmington Group offers a competitive Benefits package to include Medical Dental Vision and 401k match as well as voluntary benefits such as short-term disability long-term disability and life insurance. We also offer Paid Time Off and Holiday pay.

If interested please apply for immediate consideration and join our team!

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