At our core, Parish is a family business with a heart for community. We live to serve others and to equip farmers with the tools they need to provide for their families and communities. Through our products and services, we want people to feel connected to the land, to their work, and to one another. A company committed to our People, Products, Profitability & Principles which allows us to be more than just a tractor store. We are passionately committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products, most innovative solutions, and services delivered with integrity and professionalism.
Job Summary:
The Accounts Payable position is responsible for the payables function of all Parish Companies. This position is also open as an internship for someone completing an accounting degree. This person would need to be willing to learn and work alongside the CFO and other accounting associates.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices
Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries.
Pays vendors by monitoring discount opportunities, verifying federal id numbers, scheduling and preparing checks, and resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentation.
Ensures credit is received for outstanding memos.
Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel or Google Sheets, and experience using FileBound or other AP software preferred.
Sufficient skills using other accounting software, office equipment and other business systems.
Ability to carry out financial computations quickly and accurately.
High degree of attention to detail.
Strong communication skills and display appropriate office etiquette.
Eager to take on new challenges and improve processes.
Ability to work independently and well with other team members.
Organized and able to prioritize tasks.
History of working closely with others to cultivate a positive environment, conducive to growing a business together.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum 2 years of accounting and/or accounts payable experience required.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.