Accounts Payable Specialist

Charlotte Consolidated Accounting Office - HIC

Location: 6030 East Independence Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28212

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Accounts Payable is responsible for entire A/P process from receipt of invoice to its payment, generating A/R statements for our dealerships, and generating associated journal entries.

Compensation: $18.50 - $19.50 per hour (based on experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable will encompass the processing of all accounts payable transactions including bills, returns, and credit card charges ensuring accuracy of each bill and proper classification as expense or capitalizable item in accordance with our chart of accounts.

• Ability to process invoices and payments with high level of accuracy.

• Reconciles vendor statements and responds to vendor questions in timely manner. Builds relationships and credibility with the vendors.

• May assist with reconciliation of monthly travel credit card statements.

• Prepares daily cash sheet

• Assists in General Ledger maintenance and reclasses.

• Assists with new vendor set up.

• Supports the annual 1099 process.

• Responsible for generating A/R statements for charges paid by the corporate office on behalf of the dealerships, gathering necessary support for those charges, and answering related dealership inquiries.

• Ensures that necessary controls are in place to safeguard assets

• Assists in training and supervising office staff

• Ensures that annual external audit requirements are met

• Maintains effective employee relations

• Maintains an organized, clean and safe work area

• Participates in required training

• Records all hours worked accurately in company timekeeping system Follows Safeguards rules and regulations.

• Demonstrates the Company's Core Values

• Complies with Company policies and procedures

• Observes all Federal, State, Local and Company safety rules and regulations in the performance of duties.

• Other duties as assigned .

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Accounting (preferred) or equivalent experience

• 3+ years of accounts payable experience required

• Dealership accounts payable experience strongly preferred

• Proven track record managing high-volume invoice processing

• Working knowledge of GAAP principles

• Valid Driver's License

Essential Skills:

• Exceptional organizational skills with ability to prioritize and manage large volumes of invoices daily

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality standards

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Excellent communication skills for vendor and dealership interactions

• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of the company. #CB

Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf.