Accounts Payable Specialist

Wolfram, creator of Mathematica, WolframlAlpha and Wolfram Language, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for its Accounting department. Wolfram is a fast-paced, global technology company where there is always something new to research and learn. The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for monitoring the outflow of capital for the company.

A clear background check and credit check will be required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating payment of vendors, related parties and consultants, which may include verifying federal ID numbers, reviewing purchase orders and resolving discrepancies
• Ensuring outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identifying discount opportunities and issuing purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed
• Assisting with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions
• Creating event GL codes in Oracle and preparing event statements as required
• Recording entry of, verifying documentation for and distributing petty cash
• Calculating and reporting sales tax based on paid invoices
• Preparing and mailing 1099 forms
• Continuously improving accounts payable processes by identifying and implementing efficiency-enhancing strategies
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Taking on additional accounting tasks or projects as assigned and acting as a backup for other accounting functions when necessary

Qualifications

• High-school diploma
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be reliable and extremely trustworthy
• Knowledge of office practices and clerical/accounting procedures
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related programs
• Must be able to learn other accounting software systems
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records

Preferred qualifications

• Business or accounting degree
• Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) certification

Location: Champaign, Illinois
Job Type: Full time (40 hours per week)/Permanent
Reporting to: Accounting Supervisor
Salary (for eligible candidates residing in the United States): The pay rate for this position is up to $20.00 per hour.
Benefits (for eligible candidates residing in the United States): Medical, vision and dental insurance with partial employer contributions; a life insurance policy; an employee assistance program; a generous PTO policy based on years of service; 12 paid holidays per calendar year; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; short-term disability; long-term disability; tuition reimbursement/professional development assistance; etc.

All hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or transfer visas for applicants.

Wolfram is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at its company. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

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