Accounts Payable Assistant

Sparrow Company, an executive search and staffing firm, has an immediate opening a temporary Accounts Payable Specialist for one of our clients in the Summerlin, NV area. The temporary assignment is expected to last 4-6 months and could possibly be extended beyond this timeframe. 

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist will perform duties in a high volume, fast-paced construction, and full-cycle environment. Looking for a team player who strives to meet the common goal of working in an efficient and timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Reviews vendor invoices for accuracy; matches invoice to approved and received open purchase order
• Processes vendor invoices in SAP for payment and interfaces with vendors to ensure invoices are processed in a timely manner
• Coordinates the processing of vendor invoices with off-site locations
• Ensures the vendor payee information on the invoice is consistent with the SAP payee, resolving any differences prior to input
• Reviews all assigned vendor statements to ensure that any outstanding items are resolved
• Assists team members to ensure everyone’s workload is processed in a timely manner
• Works closely with internal departments and ensure internal controls are met
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; college-level accounting classes preferred

Requirements/Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable and relating systems, preferably in a full cycle environment
• Prior AP experience in SAP or in a high-volume ERP environment
• Strong organizational skills and interpersonal skills
• Able to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team
• Construction industry experience a plus