Shared Accounting Services (Part-Time) Accounts Payable

Overview: Cedar Fair is seeking a Shared Accounting Services (Part-Time) Accounts Payable at our Carowinds location. This position will work in a fast paced and high volume environment using automated software to process vendor invoices, check requests, expense reports, and purchase card transactions for locations within the United States and Canada to ensure timely disbursements per vendor and per company payment terms. An aptitude for learning and using new software is essential. This position reports directly to the Corporate Supervisor AP. Responsibilities: Process multi-company accounts payable records. Review electronic invoices for correct vendor information in an automated Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software program. Route invoices for approval. Review invoices, expense reports, and purchase card transactions for accurate general ledger coding. Verify the accuracy of invoices against purchase orders and receivers. Determine the correct application of sales and use tax. Scan and label documents for permanent record-keeping in electronic imaging software. Assist in processing of weekly Check/ACH/Wire payment runs for AP disbursements. Set priorities, organize, and accomplish tasks within defined deadlines. Assist with internal and external audits as directed. Possess ability to calculate, post, and manage vendor accounts and financial records. Research and resolve issues for vendors and associates. Coach and assist Cedar Fair associates on accounts payable issues. Reconcile vendor statements. Adhere to and enforce all Cedar Fair policies and procedures, including safety, attendance and EEO policies, and will demonstrate commitment to Cedar Fair core values and Cedar Fair cornerstones. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: High school degree or equivalent. Minimum two years combined accounts payable or clerical accounting experience. Possess a solid understanding of basic accounting practices and AP principles. Experience with ERP software and with Hyland or other automated AP system(s). General Sales and Use Tax knowledge is required. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (with advanced Excel skills) and Adobe Acrobat. Excellent written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills and able to work effectively independently and collaboratively in a team setting. Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical skills, and time management skills. Confidence to ask questions and get clarification, display a positive attitude, and have a strong work ethic. Highly organized and detail-oriented with the capability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Dependable, honest and exhibits integrity. Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test and background check, which may include, but is not limited to credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education, and personal references, pursuant to Company policy. #LI-CM1