Accounts Payable Specialist - Edison Electric Institute

WHO WE ARE

The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Our members provide electricity for more than 220 million Americans and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. As a whole, the electric power industry supports more than 7 million jobs in communities across the United States. In addition to our U.S. members, EEI has more than 65 international electric companies, with operations in more than 90 countries, as International Members, and hundreds of industry suppliers and related organizations as Associate Members.

This is a hybrid position which requires the incumbent to reside in the District of Columbia metropolitan area and come into the office a minimum of three days each week with two of the mandatory days being Tuesday and Wednesday.?

Under the direction of the Accounts Payable Manager, the Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for processing all payment documents (invoices, purchase orders, etc.) and for disbursing checks for all EEI and related entities’ outstanding payables in accordance with established internal control guidelines and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST

• Validate and electronically process all payment documents (for EEI and all EEI-related entities) received from EEI’s vendors and employees (invoices, purchase orders, purchase order amendments, etc.) in a timely manner.

• Review Accounts Payable open items daily and work to resolve issues.

• Review vendor invoices to ensure payment of outstanding monthly balances.

• Provide oversight and support with expense reporting system and process

• Create and maintain Concur profiles and accounts.

• Serves as point of contact to resolve issues regarding process, policies, travel and expenses.

• Review Officer’s travel expense reports for accuracy and compliance with EEI policies and procedures.

• Provide initial and refresher Concur training for new and existing staff.

• Review Wells Fargo corporate credit card tracker daily.

• Print and mail vendor checks and remittances weekly.

• Prepare journal entries for EEI payroll tax bi-weekly.

• Additional projects as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS?

• At least two years of accounting experience required.

• High school degree or GED preferred.

• Prior Accounts Payable experience in Business Central and Concur preferred.

• Ability to learn and work with new applications to enhance efficiency and productivity.

• MS Excel, Word, Outlook experience.

• Ability to prioritize and manage time efficiently.

• Excellent communication skills and strong team player.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should apply online through EEI’s career site. EEI uses Clear Company as our applicant tracking system. An application is considered when all required fields are completed.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this role begins at $60,000-78,000. Starting annual salary will be determined on individual qualifications. EEI also offers an annual performance incentive which is prorated for mid-year start dates. This incentive is typically up to 10% of the base salary. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness incentives and programs, transportation subsidy, and professional development opportunities.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS?

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EEI is committed to providing a productive and safe environment. To achieve that goal, we conduct background and reference check investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Equal Opportunity Employment M/D/F/V.

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