Specialist, Accounts Payable

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Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training as well as the best benefits package in the industry.

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of accounts payable transactions while ensuring compliance with company policies internal controls and accounting procedures. This role supports the organizations financial operations by managing vendor invoices maintaining vendor relationships assisting with month-end close activities and contributing to process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Process and review vendor invoices for accuracy completeness and proper authorization.
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders receiving documentation and vendor invoices to ensure payment accuracy.
• Code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts departments and cost centers in accordance with company policies.
• Monitor invoice workflow and coordinate with internal stakeholders to obtain timely approvals and resolve discrepancies.
• Investigate and resolve invoice exceptions payment issues and vendor inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintain accurate vendor records including W-9 documentation tax information banking details and payment terms.
• Process employee expense reports and reimbursements in accordance with company policies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research outstanding items to ensure account accuracy.
• Assist with month-end quarter-end and year-end close activities including accruals account reconciliations and reporting support.
• Support audits by providing required documentation and responding to auditor requests.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls purchasing policies and accounting standards.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency automation and accuracy within the accounts payable function.
• Generate ad hoc reports perform analysis and support special projects as assigned.
• Collaborate effectively with Purchasing Operations Accounting and other departments to support business objectives.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of Accounts Payable Accounting or Finance experience preferred.
• Experience working within an ERP or accounting system (e.g. SAP Oracle NetSuite Microsoft Dynamics Sage or similar) preferred.
• Experience in a multi-entity or high-volume invoice processing environment is a plus.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes accounting principles and internal controls.
• Excellent attention to detail accuracy and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate to advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and delivering exceptional internal and external customer service.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of standard office equipment including computers telephones printers scanners and copiers.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of files or office materials up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements associated with keyboard and mouse use.

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Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status.