Accounting Specialist

The Accounting Specialist supports the growth and operation of our business by maintaining the vendor database and ensuring the accuracy of invoice data entered into SAP.

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Maintains files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.

- Creates and updates vendor/customer accounts in SAP system.

- Follows up with internal employees or vendors for W-9’s, W-8's and other required documentation.

- Calls vendors to verbally verify banking and all changes.

- Updates OneSource with 1099/1042S vendor tax reporting information and B notice corrections.

- Updates vendor withholding information in SAP.

- Mass loads vendor data related to acquisitions.

- Reviews accounts payable documents for proper coding, approvals, and payment information.

- Generates accounts payable aging reports for cashflow purposes.

- Processes urgent requests in a timely manner.

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Excellent interpersonal and technical support skills.

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Proficient with Open Text, Microsoft Office suite or related software.

- Proficient with Adobe Acrobat Standard/Pro.

- Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and maintain a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment.

- Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and financial reports.

Education and Experience:

- High School Diploma or equivalent required.

- Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

- 2+ years of accounts payable experience preferred

- 1099 reporting experience preferred

- Vendor Master Data experience preferred

- Demonstrated ability to efficiently process and manage a high volume of invoices

- SAP experience preferred

Certifications:

- None required

Physical Demands and Hazards for Office Employees:

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting, frequent computer use, occasional lifting of office supplies, and may involve travel.

Howard Energy Partners is an equal opportunity employer. If you need additional information, have questions, or need accommodations, please reach out to the Human Resources department at hr.team@howardep.com.

Experience

Preferred

- SAP experience preferred

- Demonstrated ability to efficiently process and manage a high volume of invoices

- Vendor Master Data experience preferred

- 1099 reporting experience preferred

- 2+ years of accounts payable experience preferred

Education

Required

- High School or better

Skills

Preferred

- Continuous Learning

- Collaboration

- Active Listening

- Accounting

Behaviors

Preferred

- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

- Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Equal Opportunity Employer

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