NISQUALLY RED WIND CASINO Accounts Payable Specialist Salary in the United States

Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE:  To provide excellent service while managing invoices and financial documentation. 

Our Mission:  To enhance continued economic viability and quality of life for the Nisqually Indian Tribe, our Team Members, and the neighboring communities 

Our Vision:  Creating incredible experiences. 

Our Core Values:  Integrity, Communication, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork 

JOB SUMMARY:  Processes accounts payable to include processing, verifying and reconciling invoices in accordance with established accounting practices, policies and procedures.   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: 

• Matches invoices with purchase requests, purchase orders, packing slips, receiving reports, and checks math. 

• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and proper approval according to Casino policy prior to payment.

• Pays vendors by monitoring discount opportunities.

• Processes invoices and statements as required by accounting system. 

• Processes accounts payable checks as well as necessary stop payment needed as required by accounting system. 

• Verify Federal Identification Numbers and obtain appropriate tax paperwork for processing payments.

• Resolve purchase order invoice issues and/or payment discrepancies and documentation.

• Maintains and analyzes manual (hard copy) and computer accounts payable files.

• Reconciles vendor accounts, statements and invoices, research and correct discrepancies.

• Prepares routine and special accounts payable reports as requested or assigned. 

• Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoices and/or expense reports.

• Receives, researches and resolves a variety of routine and external inquiries concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancies to the appropriate person(s).

• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with Casino policy and accepted accounting practices.

• Backs up accounting department personnel.

• Continue to develop skills. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Required skills and knowledge: 

• High school diploma or GED certificate. 

• Two years of accounts payable experience.

• Thorough knowledge of applicable accounts payable, general ledger system and procedures, financial chart of accounts.

• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.

• Understanding of basic accounting principles and budgeting.

• Sage Intacct or other equivalent accounting system experience.

• Ability to work without direct supervision and exercise good judgment. 

• Ability to multi-task

• Knowledge of basic and intermediate accounting procedures. 

• Intermediate math skills.

• Intermediate computer skills to include Microsoft Office.

• Experience resolving problems with vendors. 

• Ability to work in a team environment. 

• Use ten-key by touch. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

• Ability to safeguard confidential information. 

• Must have strong work ethics.

• Ability to perform all job duties accurately. 

• Pass NRWC pre-employment testing. 

• Ability to work all shifts including weekends and holidays. 

• Ability to obtain a Class III Gaming License. 

Preferred skills and knowledge: 

• AA degree in accounting or related field.

• College courses in accounting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   

• Ability to sit for long periods of time. 

• Manual and finger dexterity for operation of 10-key, personal computer and preparation of routine paperwork. 

• Ability to lift and move file boxes weighing up to 40 pounds. 

• Ability to tolerate a smoke-filled environment.