ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSISTANT

Express Employment Professionals of Warwick, RI has an immediate need for an Accounts Payable Assistant to work in the West Warwick, RI area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Solicit and receive accounts payable transaction documents, such as packing slips, invoices, purchase orders, etc.
• Acquire appropriate approvals required to enter invoices for payment.
• Code invoices for data entry, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Enter invoices into accounting software, maintaining a high level of data integrity.
• Manage and organize open and paid invoice files, ensuring easy retrieval and documentation of payment status.
• Respond to vendor billing inquiries promptly, providing requested billing information and resolving any issues in a professional manner.
• Assist the Accounts Payable Manager with additional tasks and projects as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of Great Plains is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is helpful.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable making decisions independently when necessary.
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills.
• Ability to manage relationships effectively both internally and externally.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a high-stress environment and remain calm under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain positive relationships with team members and vendors.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a keen attention to detail.
• A team player with a collaborative mindset and willingness to assist others.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform essential duties within time constraints, interruptions, and demanding situations.
• Willingness to work beyond regular hours, as the job may require occasional overtime.

Important Details:

• Pay: up to $21/hour + (depending on experience).
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
• The assignment location is in West Warwick, RI.
• We provide Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance!
• We also provide job preparedness, and assistance with resumes!

Five Easy Ways to Apply:

• Submit your online application at
• Call our office to schedule an interview at
• Send your resume to
• Stop by our office at 155 Jefferson Blvd., Warwick, RI
• Download our app in your app store: Express Jobs