Accounts Payable Coordinator at AFS Logistics

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThis is a in office position - Shreveport, LaPurpose/Job Function:The Accounts Payable (AP) Analyst is responsible for all accounts payable administrative functions with accuracy and efficiency. In addition, this position, this role is responsible for upholding our core values: Ethics, Engagement, and Excellence.Essential Functions:Support the Trade Payables and Office Payable cycle from receipt of invoices to payment, including coding invoices, matching purchase orders, obtaining approval, and entering the invoices into the accounting system.Process employee expense reports, including verification of receipts and coding.Prepare batch check runs, wire transfers, and ACH transactions.Ensure all accounts payable policies and procedures are adhered to including travel and related expenses, vendor approval and invoice processing.Responsible for imaging and record retention of all account payable documents.Assist team with gathering support for all audits, including pulling documentation.Investigate and resolve problems associated with processing of invoices.Research, resolve and communicate internal and external inquiries concerning account status.Support timely clearing of internal and external inquiries with Account Management, Carrier Support Team, Business Units and other teammates across the organization to support inter-departmental relationships and Carrier/vendor relations.Support reconciliation between AFS payables subledger and aging and Carrier-to-AFS funding requests/invoices outstanding; work with Carriers to ensure alignment between AFS payables and Carrier receivables.Perform other tasks as assigned by leadership.Vendor updates as required. Qualifications and Requirements:Basic understanding of general accounting.Intermediate proficiency with MS Excel is required.Ability to adhere to tight deadlines and quick turnaround for finance deliverables.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions management, vendors, and teammates.Strong organizational skills.Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment where adaptability is imperative.Strong attention to detail.Strong written and oral communication skillsEducation/Experience:High school diploma or GED, requiredAssociates degree or equivalent of 2 years of experience Working Conditions: This position will be sitting in front of a computer for long hours at a time and may cause eye irritation or even muscle strain. This position does not require any strenuous or physical activity.Customary Work Hours: 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. Position may require extended hours including evenings and weekends for special events. AFS is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind: AFS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all teammates and to provide teammates with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.