Accounts Payable Specialist

New Castle Building Products (NCBP) is a full-service distributor based in White Plains, NY. NCBP operates with seven core values: Caring, Urgency, Teamwork, Honesty, Accountability, Flexibility and Passion. All our 20+ locations from Massachusetts to Baltimore operate with these core values as their driving force. We look for team members who will display and share these values with fellow employees and customers.
Our Headquarters based in White Plains is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist . In this role the candidate will support the collection efforts and perform credit and other accounting functions for New Castle Building Products and New Castle Metal.
Position
We are seeking an individual who would be responsible for reviewing, validating and processing all invoices for payment according to the department’s policies and procedures. Candidates must have at least 2 years of accounts payable experience.
Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of Inventory and Expense invoices daily.
• Verify proper coding of expense invoices, petty cash reports and check requests.
• Investigate unusually high costs on invoices by communicating with branch managers and suppliers for a resolution.
• Reconcile vendor statement and resolve any discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records.
• Monitor and request credits due from vendors and ensure they are applied or refunded.
• Review accounts payable reconciliation monthly.
• Prepare and distribute weekly payment checks to vendors.
• Submit credit applications to vendors as needed.
• Perform general filing and clerical tasks.
• Assist with other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of accounts payable experience.
• Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration or relevant field preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as On Base Worldview and DMSI Agility.
• Experience working with high volume A/P processing.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to resolve issues efficiently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computers skills a must.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) plan with discretionary employer match
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance plans
• Opportunity for advancement
• A yearly performance review
• Access to a state-of-the-art gym at our Headquarters location
• Casual, yet professional work environment

Wage Range: $20 - $28/hour plus additional benefits. In compliance with applicable law, this range is a good faith estimate based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations permitted by law.