Account Payable Specialist
CurrentLead person of an Accounts Payable department with a staff of six people that maintains the accounts of over 800 vendors and 15,000 monthly invoices. Responsible for the coordination of the department including such tasks as: Oversee all sale tax issues, 1099s and W-9s. Balance and audit company credit cards with an annual spending of over $1 million and process General Ledger code accurately. Assist manager with monthly and yearly closing functions. Management of all company expenses via Accounts Payable and settling all discrepancies involving the A/P department.Key Accomplishments: Developed a rebate schedule of over $400k annually for the purpose of tracking and accurately accruing the rebates and coop for the company, including the billing and follow-up of collections, as well as accurately maintaining monthly schedules for use by the CFO and Vendor Relations team. Integrated a system of auditing that allowed the accounting department to track freight charges, resulting in a net savings of $46,000 for the company. Coordinated the launching of EDI bringing on 75 vendors. Acted as liaison between the CommerceHub, vendors, and the Bellacor Information Technology department. Corresponded with management and executive personnel on EDI and vendor-related issues. Represented A/P in project meetings and communicated with vendor relations on manufacturing issues. Coordinated the vendor applications and Tax Exemption forms of 400+ new vendors in 9 months. Assisted manager to maintain a high level of accuracy and in communicating an attitude of excellence.Accomplished above during 3 years of 30% plus annual revenue growth.