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Northwest Petroleum

Accounts Payable Specialist Lead

Northwest Petroleum, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Description: NWP has been engaged in the gasoline retail and C-store businesses since 1991. At present, the Company operates multiple gasoline/C-store locations in Austin, San Antonio, and Houston. Several of the company locations are co-branded with Quick Serve Restaurants.

NWP is now seeking a Accounts Payable Specialist Lead to join our company.

Requirements: JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must have Sage experience 3+ years of Full Cycle Accounts Payable experience Thorough understanding of accrual process Proficient in the utilization of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and Outlook) Ability to work independently and communicate with the Manager of progress and issues Ability to multi-task and complete projects within specific deadlines Strong computer, presentation and organizational skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong analytical and problem solving skills Detail oriented with excellent time management skills Experience with ACH/EFT payments

Additional Info: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor, train, and coach A/P associates to ensure continued development and adherence to A/P best practices Oversees reports regarding cash flow; ensures correct payments are made in a timely manner Develops guidelines for proper handling and coding of invoices to maintain general ledger expense account and inventory records Analyzes expense reports and other invoices for accuracy and eligibility for payment Verifies payments before controller's signature is added by reviewing checks and vouchers Reconciles accounts payable total and general ledger with other applicable records (e.g., subsidiary vendors' ledger) Achieve accounts payable department operational objectives by controlling expenses through the receiving, verifying, processing and invoice reconciliation process Ensure vendors are paid in a timely fashion and monitor discount opportunities Maintain accounts payable controls by verifying vendor federal ID numbers, scheduling and preparing checks Facilitates correct and timely preparation of budget reports and purchase journals Ensures proper recordkeeping of purchases for use in tax preparation and periodic audits Ensures employer identification numbers or social security numbers have been collected from all vendors for the payables clerk to prepare and submit 1099s Ensures proper maintenance, filing, and storage of records in case of audits Performs other related duties as assigned