Marquette Transportation
Accounts Payable Specialist
Marquette Transportation, Paducah, Kentucky, United States, 42001
Marquette Transportation Company, LLC, Paducah, Kentucky, United States of America
Job Description
Posted Friday, July 18, 2025 at 6:00 AM About Marquette: Headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky and founded in 1978, Marquette is a leading provider of inland marine transportation services. Our Company operates over 130 towboats on the Mississippi River System, Gulf-Intracoastal Waterway, and near-shore coastwise market. In addition, the Company controls over 1,000 dry cargo barges. The Company has additional offices in St Rose, LA, Lockport, LA and La Porte, TX. With over 1,500 vessel and shore-based employees, Marquette is the largest provider of independent towing services within the inland waterways. We are theonlyfully integrated fleet in the industry that can do what we do. Job Title:
Accounts Payable Specialist Reports To:
Manager Accounts Payable Position Type:
Full-Time | Hourly | Non-Exempt Division:
Platform Location:
Paducah, KY Schedule:
Hybrid schedule available, with the option to work remotely on designated days. Responsible for processing all accounts payable invoices using paperless system with proper approvals. Responsible for reconciling accounts from operating systems to the general ledger. Assists in monthly close processes, including, but not limited to, preparing month-end accrual journal entries, analysis, and reporting. Responsible for preparing appropriate adjusting journal entries. Reviewing and reconciling vendor statements. Responsible for answering/returning vendor calls. Seeks out potential areas of improvement and supports continuous improvement projects for other business functions. Creates and analyzes business metrics. Additional responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications: 3+ years of high-volume accounts payable experience; paperless AP experience a plus. Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Ability to analyze financial data. Strong attention to detail with solid organizational and time management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Self-motivated and able to manage tasks with limited supervision. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with emphasis on Excel. Ability to use various programs specific to the position. Marquette offers competitive pay, health, dental & vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, bonus plan, company paid life insurance, short- & long-term disability, flexible spending account, critical illness, accident insurance, and other incentives!
Marquette is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
By clicking the link below, you authorize Marquette Transportation Company, LLC to contact you by any method at the number provided. Marquette Transportation Company, LLC, Paducah, Kentucky, United States of America #J-18808-Ljbffr
Posted Friday, July 18, 2025 at 6:00 AM About Marquette: Headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky and founded in 1978, Marquette is a leading provider of inland marine transportation services. Our Company operates over 130 towboats on the Mississippi River System, Gulf-Intracoastal Waterway, and near-shore coastwise market. In addition, the Company controls over 1,000 dry cargo barges. The Company has additional offices in St Rose, LA, Lockport, LA and La Porte, TX. With over 1,500 vessel and shore-based employees, Marquette is the largest provider of independent towing services within the inland waterways. We are theonlyfully integrated fleet in the industry that can do what we do. Job Title:
Accounts Payable Specialist Reports To:
Manager Accounts Payable Position Type:
Full-Time | Hourly | Non-Exempt Division:
Platform Location:
Paducah, KY Schedule:
Hybrid schedule available, with the option to work remotely on designated days. Responsible for processing all accounts payable invoices using paperless system with proper approvals. Responsible for reconciling accounts from operating systems to the general ledger. Assists in monthly close processes, including, but not limited to, preparing month-end accrual journal entries, analysis, and reporting. Responsible for preparing appropriate adjusting journal entries. Reviewing and reconciling vendor statements. Responsible for answering/returning vendor calls. Seeks out potential areas of improvement and supports continuous improvement projects for other business functions. Creates and analyzes business metrics. Additional responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications: 3+ years of high-volume accounts payable experience; paperless AP experience a plus. Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Ability to analyze financial data. Strong attention to detail with solid organizational and time management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Self-motivated and able to manage tasks with limited supervision. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with emphasis on Excel. Ability to use various programs specific to the position. Marquette offers competitive pay, health, dental & vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, bonus plan, company paid life insurance, short- & long-term disability, flexible spending account, critical illness, accident insurance, and other incentives!
Marquette is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
By clicking the link below, you authorize Marquette Transportation Company, LLC to contact you by any method at the number provided. Marquette Transportation Company, LLC, Paducah, Kentucky, United States of America #J-18808-Ljbffr