Accounts Payable Specialist - Maryville, TN

Since 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental & Vision
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Investment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Product Discounts
• Service Awards

Scope of the job - Responsible for all payments of goods and services necessary for the operation. Required to meet project deadlines, comply with company policies and procedures and work effectively as part of a team.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Interacting with internal external customers in responding to inquiries or report requests
• Processing various types of accounts payable transactions including vendor invoices, expense reports and check request according to company policy
• Matching invoices and purchase orders to the proper receiver
• Ensuring proper approvals of all invoices
• Performing monthly statement audits of vendor accounts
• Completing weekly check run audits
• Working closely with Procurement team to resolve vendor issues
• Assisting with monthly invoice accruals

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions. Competencies of the ideal candidate

Education and Experience:

• Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field
• 1-3 years of accounts payable experience

Competencies and Skills:

• Good command of the English language in both verbal and written skills
• Solid communication and analytical skills a must
• Familiarity and willingness to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to work well with others at all levels within the organization
• The ability to multi-task and willingness to learn new skills
• Self-motivated, independent and proactive worker with a high level of organization, professionalism and attention to detail
• Proficiency in data entry systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• None

Physical Demands:

• Works in an office environment.
• Able to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:

Within any of our facilities, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.

The following Personal Protective Equipment is required:

• Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on manufacturing floor

The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

Revised 06/07/2023