Accounting Specialist- Accounts Payable |
| January 09, 2012 - February 13, 2012 |
| Location: | Royal Oak, MI |
| Salary Range: | $32,000-$36,000 per year |
| Exempt/Non-Exempt: | Non-Exempt |
| Employment Type: | Full Time |
| Department: | Finance |
| Description: | The Accounting Specialist-Accounts Payable is an integral part of the Finance and Administration department and is responsible for all aspects of accounts payable including the timely posting of vendor invoices and check processing, and maintaining complete vendor information at all times. The Accounting Specialist-Accounts Payable will support the principles of the Detroit Zoological Society. He/She will support and enhance a clean, safe, enjoyable, and educational experience at the Detroit Zoo facilities. The Accounting Specialist-Accounts Payable will maintain a professional manner when dealing with all constituencies and will preserve a high level of confidentiality. |
| Duties: | • Processing of all vendor invoices, expense reports and other financial documents as required.
• Reviewing of all invoices for accuracy and proper documentation.
• Processing of accounts payable checks.
• Filing of all invoices.
• Reporting and reconciliation of all 1099 information.
• Resolving Detroit Zoological Society invoice/vendor problems. Acting as liaison with zoo staff to resolve invoice/vendor problems.
• Assisting with the annual audit (i.e., pulling invoices and and other required documentation).
• Assisting with any tasks assigned by the Accounting Manager, Controller or the Chief Financial Officer.
• Assisting with month-end procedures as necessary.
• Assist with the development and updating of all accounting procedures.
• Assist with special events as required.
• Work occasional evenings and weekends as required.
• Perform clerical support functions including typing, filing, copying and answering the telephone as necessary.
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| Qualifications: | • Associates degree in accounting or related field required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment required.
• Two years of relevant experience required.
• Experience using various computer applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) required.
• Non-profit experience preferred.
• Experience using Financial Edge software desirable.
• Excellent communication skills (oral/written).
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