Accounts Payable Specialist - The Copper River Family of Companies
Chantilly, VA
About the Job
Copper River Shared Services is a seeking an Accounts Payable (A/P)Specialist responsible for the accurate and timely processing of all vendor invoices, expense reports, and payment transactions for multiple entities within the Copper River Family of Companies. This role involves maintaining strong communication with vendors, internal departments, and management to ensure smooth and efficient payment processes.
This position reports to the A/P Manager and is located in Chantilly, VA.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- Review and process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies.
• Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Obtain approvals and code vendor invoices into accounting system for payment.
• Prepare and process payments through various methods (checks, ACH, wire transfers).
• Identify and calculate use tax on applicable invoices.
• Review monthly vendor statements to ensure payment of all invoices and research and utilize all credit memos.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of invoices, payments, and related transactions.
• Obtain and store W-9's, set up new vendors as required, and ensure all 1099s are processed at year-end.
• Obtain 1099 consulting agreements and ensure consultants are paid in accordance with terms outlined in the agreement.
• Review and process employee expense reports; ensure compliance with company policies and reconcile expenses with receipts.
• Manage and reconcile corporate credit card and travel card plans.
Essential Job Qualifications:
- Required Knowledge/Experience:
- 2+ years of A/P experience with a bachelor's degree in Accounting or 5+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
- 2+ years of experience working with the Deltek CostPoint Accounts Payable module required.
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- ANC/Tribal experience strongly preferred.
- Previous experience processing Accounts Payable in a multi-company environment strongly preferred.
- Previous experience working in Government Contracting required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook).
About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:
Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration's (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE's ability to facilitate economic advancement.
The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.
Copper River's Culture
The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
- Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
- Retirement 401(k) with employer match
- Open leave policy and paid holidays
- Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!
Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.
Disclaimer:
The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.