Accounts Payable Clerk

Are you ready to join a dynamic team that values hard work, continuous learning, and making a positive impact on customers' lives? Look no further! At Rite Way, we pride ourselves on offering the best solutions and service to meet our customers' needs, all while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
We believe in investing in our employees – providing ongoing training and development opportunities to cultivate the best talent and technical expertise in every market we serve.
In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer: * A culture that values effort and rewards results * Health, dental, and vision insurance with low employee contributions * Paid vacation and sick time plus six paid holidays each year * 401(k) retirement savings options with company match * Affordable supplemental insurance offerings including accident, life, critical illness, and disability * Weekly pay If you are passionate about helping people improve their homes, have a strong work ethic, and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team, we encourage you to apply.
Please note that this role may require working in diverse and potentially uncomfortable indoor and outdoor environments.
This is not the right fit for you if you are not looking for a long-term career or are unable to consistently demonstrate an exceptional work ethic, including excellent attendance.
We value teamwork and those who enjoy working as part of a team will thrive in this role.
JOB SUMMARY The key role of the Accounts Payable Clerk at Rite Way is to ensure transactions are properly accounted for and accurately reflect the company’s financial process.
The Accounts Payable Clerk completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices.
Additionally, the Accounts Payable Clerk will assign vendors to the proper department and cost centers, work with vendors to resolve past due invoices, and reconcile monthly statements.
The Accounts Payable Clerk will also cross companies for both Rite Way and Signature.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Pay vendors by monitoring discount opportunities, verifying federal ID numbers, scheduling, and preparing checks.
* Enter invoices and purchase orders into the accounting software in an accurate and timely manner.
* Work with department managers to ensure purchases are made to the correct department, account, and period.
* Resolve purchases orders, contracts, invoices, or payment discrepancies.
* Ensure credit is received for outstanding memos.
* Issue stop-payments or purchase order amendments.
* Review invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
* Make correcting entries through JE Adjustments as needed to ensure the accuracy of the financials.
* Prioritize invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms.
* Process check requests in an accurate and timely manner.
* Respond to vendor inquiries.
* Meet month-end close tasks by adhering to the month-end close schedule.
* Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policies and accepted accounting practices.
* Report sales tax by calculating requirements on paid invoices.
* Reconcile monthly credit cards as assigned.
* Disburse petty cash by recording entries and verifying documentation.
* Participate in the month-end inventory process to ensure the accuracy of Rite Way inventory.
* Maintain certificate of insurance and W-9 on sub-contactors.
* Provide COIs and W-9s to customer on work provided as requested.
* Complete and submit credit applications as requested by vendors.
* Prepare end of year 1099s.
* Adhere to internal control processes.
* This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive, but representative; other duties may be assigned.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS * Communication * Customer Focus * Dependability/Productivity * Interpersonal Skills * Organization Skills * Quality * Results Orientation REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES * Ability to prioritize and manage expectations.
* Able to adhere to strict deadlines.
* A keen eye for detail.
* Ability to work independently.
* Maintain current knowledge related to work activities.
* Ability to write letters and memos using appropriate grammar and spelling.
* The ability to communicate articulately and efficiently with other people within the company.
* Requires making decisions that affect other people and financial resources.
* Must be able to independently determine tasks, prioritize duties, and set goals.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE * Associates preferred * Three years of Accounts Payable PHYSICAL DEMANDS * Must be physically able to lift, lower, push, and pull objects of up to 50 lbs.
unassisted * Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and crouch for extended periods of time WORK ENVIRONMENT * Office based WORK SCHEDULE * Monday through Friday 8AM to 5PM REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY * Up to 80% EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT Rite Way is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to creating a diverse environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other personal characteristic protected by Federal, State, or Local Laws Job Type: Full-time Pay: $48,213.
52 - $66,020.
58 per year Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Opportunities for advancement * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Parental leave * Professional development assistance * Profit sharing * Referral program * Retirement plan * Vision insurance * Work from home Schedule: * Monday to Friday Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tucson, AZ 85714