Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist

Associated Scaffolding Company is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist to join our team in Durham NC. As an AP Specialist you will be responsible for processing invoices handling vendor inquiries managing payment runs and ensuring smooth AP operations. This is a full-time onsite position offering competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to AP inquiries via email and phone from vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Accurately code invoices to the correct GL account during AP entry.
• Review employee credit card transactions for GL coding and approvals.
• Assist in weekly check and ACH payment runs by selecting invoices based on credit terms and approvals.
• Manage requests for W-9s from customers and acquire them from vendors.
• Complete vendor setup forms including credit applications.
• Process 1099 forms.
• Perform additional tasks as required by the department.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational time management and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word etc.).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive financial data.
• Minimum of 2 years in an accounts payable role.
• Basic understanding of general ledger systems and AP processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ERP systems especially during transitions.
• Associates degree in accounting or a related field is a plus.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Employee referral program.

About Us:

Founded in 1947 Associated Scaffolding Company is a full-service access equipment and safety supply company headquartered in Durham NC. We specialize in scaffolding rental sales and installation along with safety products like swing stages re-shoring trash chutes and fencing. We operate at seven locations across North Carolina South Carolina Virginia and Tennessee and we ship products nationwide through our online store.

Drug-Free Workplace: This role is subject to the Associated Scaffolding Company Inc.s Drug and Alcohol Policy which includes pre-employment testing post-accident testing return-to-duty testing and follow-up testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Associated Scaffolding Company Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race color religion sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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