Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

L & J. G. Stickley, Inc. (Stickley) is a leader in the furniture manufacturing and retail industries, with brands that are respected and cherished worldwide. With over 120 years in furniture manufacturing, and more than 80 years as a furniture retailer, Stickley is the proud employer of nearly 900 talented individuals. We have three manufacturing facilities, multiple corporate-owned retail showrooms, and a global distribution network. We have an opening for an Accounts Payable Specialist at our Manlius, NY facility.

As an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist, your responsibilities will include reviewing and processing invoices using an automated A/P system, routing invoices for approval, matching with purchase orders, researching outstanding payables and processing payments. This position would include maintaining good relationships with internal buying teams, vendors, management, and focusing on timeliness and accuracy of invoice processing and statement reconciliation. You will have the opportunity to expand your skills and grow your career through cross-training and supporting the overall accounting function of the company.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Review PO and non-PO invoices daily in automated A/P system, route for an approval or variance resolution, and process in ERP system.

• Analyze and reconcile vendor accounts

• Create and process payment journals for checks, virtual credit card and electronic bank payments, create remittance advice as needed

• Daily review of mail and correspondence

• Monthly reconciliation of corporate credit card statement to expense reports

• Annual processing and preparation for filing of 1099 forms

• Research any outstanding items or general requests from vendors

• Work with buyers on outstanding purchase order variances

• Maintain vendor master records including W-9 tax exempt status

• Additional responsibilities may be required to support the Accounting & Finance team as needed

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting and at least 2 years of related experience

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles

• Experience with ERP systems or other accounting software

• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel

• Excellent phone, email, and communication skills

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to multitask and prioritize work

Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

• Paid vacation

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Perfect Attendance Days

• Group health, prescription, dental insurance coverage

• Company paid life insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Flexible spending account

• Generous employee discount

The compensation range provided in this job posting is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Stickley considers factors including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Stickley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.