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Summit Utilities

Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.Summit is a growing natural gas utility company providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist based in Fort Smith, AR.

POSITION SUMMARY 
This position’s responsibilities include processing, coding, and reconciling Accounts Payable to ensure timely payments to vendors and accurately capturing of payable transactions in the General Ledger. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Process Accounts Payable daily for multiple companiesDaily processing of mail, scanning invoice to AP email inbox for processing

Daily indexing, routing, inputting, and processing of invoicesVerify invoice coding approvalsDaily coordination of invoice submission with Accounts Payable teamCompleting weekly payment file submission to bank for check processing, ensuring all ACH payments are completed properly.Reconcile Accounts Payable by matching vendor statements with invoicesAssist in resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentationVerify vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactionsSet up and maintain vendor account records, regularly checking for supplier profile completion and correct tax status.Review, reconcile and process company credit card expenses and reconcile credit card accounts payable at month endReview and process employee’s expense reimbursements and resolve any discrepanciesAssist with monthly close process, ex. Follow up on all non-invoiced receipts to obtain and match invoices before month endCollect and maintain W-9 records, verify supplier profile completion.Annual processing of form 1099’sUtilize, maintain, and verify paperless document storage filing system.Remain updated on regulatory/audit compliance as it pertains to Accounts PayableContinually monitor the Accounts Payable process and make recommendations to management for improved processesEducate business users on the proper Accounts Payable processes to ensure timely and accurate payment of all invoicesParticipate in the ERP system integration and ensure effective migration to new system processes and proceduresWork effectively and on a timely basis with all departments within the organizationProtects organization's value by keeping information confidential

 SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Act as backup for the rest of the Accounts Payable teamSpecial projects or other duties as assignedPerform filing or other general office tasks as time permits  EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCEHigh school or General Equivalency Degree requiredBookkeeping or accounting degree desirableThree years of experience in accounting/bookkeeping KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIESHigh level of accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detailKnowledge of Oracle/SAP ERP systemIntermediate to higher level Microsoft Office skills with intermediate to higher level Excel skillsStrong Accounting principles knowledge:  General Ledger, understanding of debits and credits, understanding of accruals and reversalsIntermediate understanding of cash flow managementAbility to establish excellent relationships with all levels of employees and with the company’s vendorsThorough understanding of the full bank reconciliation processStrong understanding of vendor legal requirementsStrong understanding of purchase ordersExperience in handling of construction accounts payable is desirableMust exhibit a high level of time management skills with the ability to multi-task numerous functionsIndependent and self -motivated workerGood communication skills and ability to work well with othersTen key, typing, and enjoy a fast pace      Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home. Summit Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran status.

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