As a key member of the Accounts Payable team, this individual will apply clerical and processing job responsibilities accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision. In addition, they will perform basic accounting tasks and quality control procedures. A successful individual in this position is detail oriented, demonstrates initiative, applies problem solving skills, and seeks to identify improvements within assigned duties. This role assists with the training and development of others. This role builds effective relationships and is proactive in meeting the needs of internal and external customers.
Essential Responsibilities/Duties:
•Apply payables accounting and/or process knowledge within job responsibilities
•Handling of invoices for prioritization, accuracy, and scanning
•Input/data entry of routine and non-routine invoices & documents
•Support, develop, and maintain strong Supplier relationships
•Fraud prevention involving all AP email inquiries
•Provides support and resolution to internal/external parties
•Reconciliation of Supplier vendor accounts & statements
•Executes on defined internal control procedures to ensure quality
•Create and deliver required correspondence
•Prepare and validate various internal & external reports when assigned
•Identify & recommend improvements to area of individual responsibility
•Support performance metric expectations
•Support the preparation of desk procedures
•Assist with training of basic clerical duties
•Provide backup coverage to common roles and responsibilities
•Other general duties as assigned
Computer/Software Applications:
•Basic/developing skills in computer & office equipment literacy
•Working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications
•Proficient knowledge of SAP, Open Invoice, Excel
•Ability to learn and adopt to new and changing systems and applications
Role-Specific Technical Knowledge & Skills
•Keeps current and applies basic knowledge and skills within area of responsibility
•Ability to identify & solve common problems within routine work
•Committed to continuous improvement and development of individual knowledge and skills
•Maintains and demonstrates a positive attitude
•Ability to thrive in an independent or collaborative environment
•Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a hybrid and/or primary remote work environment is required
•Conduct business with the highest ethical standards
•Strong written and verbal communication skills
•Demonstrates a strong work ethic, critical thinking, and attention to detail
Experience/Education:
•High school degree or equivalent, associate or bachelor’s degree a plus or related field of study
•Minimum 4+ years relevant work experience (6+ years in lieu of education)
•Oil and gas accounting experience is preferred
•Relevant professional credentials or certifications a plus
Working Environment: Denver – Hybrid with ability to commute to the Denver office on short notice and as needed to support business requirements; this role should expect 2-3+ days in office on average per month.
Travel Requirements: Minimal, if any
SM Energy offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which include, but are not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at Careers :: SM Energy Company (SM) (sm-energy.com).
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.