Accounts Payable Specialist

Location

This position is 100% in-office and reports to our facility on site in Syracuse, NY.

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist performs accounting and clerical duties related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions. A successful candidate will have a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and a desire to work as a part of a team.

Salary Range

$26.00 to $30.00 per hour, based on experience

Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Responsibilities

• Receives and reviews purchase orders, check requests, and/or related documentation for completeness and compliance with financial policies, procedures, and contractual requirements
• Matches original invoices and requests for payment with internal purchase orders or check request; performs calculations to determine appropriate payment schedules and amounts and makes modifications as necessary
• Codes, verifies, and electronically enters accounts payable data into ledgers
• Draws, verifies, and posts payments to appropriate vendors and/or agencies
• Follows up on account statements and other discrepancies regarding payment of accounts and serves as liaison between departments and vendors in the resolution of administrative problems and inquires
• Maintains logs, enters and balances account data, and generates statistical summary reports as required
• Pay vendors by preparing checks and arranging online payments based on approvals
• Assist with special accounting projects as needed.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in business or related field
• Knowledge of standard accounts payable policies, procedures, and regulations
• Ability to understand and interpret vendor invoices, statements, and other requests for payment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Successfully clear drug screen and background check to meet industry and security licensing requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in business or related field
• Comfortable in a fast paced, high volume, environment
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
• Strong organizational skills with a great deal of attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What awaits you at Rapid Response

• Annual salary increases
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Wellness Program + Wellness DAYS OFF
• Internal advancement opportunities
• The opportunity to make an impact on communities across the country every day

About Rapid Response

Rapid Response Monitoring is a national leader in the monitoring of alarms and security systems. Designated as an Essential Business by the Department of Homeland Security, we are dedicated to protecting life and property. Founded and headquartered in Syracuse since 1992, with offices in California and Nevada. Our growing organization serves as a critical response center focused on protecting life, residences, and businesses. Whether it’s a kitchen fire, an intruder at a business, a family member experiencing a medical emergency, or preventative non-emergency customer service conversations, our heroes are here to serve every day - 24/7, 365 days a year. Supported by teams of experts in their respective fields, our highly trained specialists are the monitoring backbone for thousands of alarm companies across the country. If you are in search of a unique, rewarding career opportunity in an industry like no other, join #TeamRapid!

Located in Franklin Square, Rapid Response prides itself as a newly remodeled state-of-the-art facility containing ultra-modern technology. From touch-free entrances and continual sanitization to iPad break rooms and comfortable lounge areas, our employees enjoy a pristine and contemporary work environment.

Additional Information

Rapid Response offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and dynamic and professional work environments. We also offer continued growth through our internal advancement opportunities. For more information, view our website at https://www.rrms.com/careers/. Rapid Response is an Equal Opportunity Employer.