Position Title: Accounts Payable Specialist 

Location: Liberty, MO 

Department: Accounting 

Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots going back to 1954.   

Our Mission Statement is forging long-lasting partnerships by providing first-class customer support.  We live that statement every single day. We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to help support that mission.  

JOB SUMMARY   

The Accounts Payable Specialist will process payments to vendors and service providers for expenses, excluding payroll. This position also maintains accurate and complete records and files on all payments processed. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Daily processing of invoices received from vendors 

• Match purchase orders and authorizations 

• Review standard monthly contract or service billing for purpose and accuracy 

• Accurately code Company, Department, General Ledge Account and other data 

• Enter invoices into Accounting Computer System 

• Correctly file all invoices processed 

• Process payments (twice a month): 

• Select items to be paid 

• Print checks and match to appropriate invoices as preparation for signing 

• Process and mail signed checks 

• File paid invoices in permanent Accounts Payable files  

• Reconcile vendor statements to open Accounts Payable files monthly, research of discrepancies and correspond with vendors/service providers concerning charges that are incorrect or billed to CPS&S in error 

• Record amounts due for items purchased or services rendered. Perform bookkeeping work, including posting data and keeping other records concerning costs of goods and services and the shipment of goods 

• Keep records of invoices and support documents 

• Resolve discrepancies in accounting records 

• Perform occasional driving activities as requested by management 

• All other duties not listed but which may be assigned by management 

Great Benefits 

• Highly Competitive Pay 

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance 

• 401k with company match 

• Paid Time Off 

• Paid Certification Training 

• Opportunity for advancement 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• High School diploma or equivalent required. 

• Minimum of one (1) year of general accounting experience 

• Previous (recent) experience as Accounts Payable Clerk with a medium-sized organization required  

• Proficient if Microsoft Office Suite 

• Demonstrates integrity, maturity, dependability, positive attitude, sound business judgment, leadership ability, and administrative skill in the performance of responsibilities 

• Ability to maintain expected level of confidentiality 

• Ability to maintain compliance with all accrediting and regulatory entities 

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills 

• Above average organizational and time management skills 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  

CPS&S is a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.