Junior Accounts Payable Specialist

Junior Accounts Payable SpecialistReady to kickstart your accounting career with a team that actually moves? Comoto is looking for a Junior Accounts Payable Specialist to join our crew. This isn't just about processing paperwork; it's about being an integral part of the financial foundation for the brands that power the powersports industry.Our AP team operates with a high level of discretion and accountability. We live by our core value, "Share The Road," by demonstrating integrity in our decision-making and treating our vendors and coworkers with the utmost respect.If you're someone who genuinely enjoys the details, data entry, matching invoices, navigating Excel, and solving the puzzles that keep a business running smoothly, you'll fit right in with the Comoto Accounting team. Please Note: this is a hybrid position that will require our Junior AP Specialist to be at our headquarters 2-3 days a week between Tuesday-Thursday. What You'll Do:Maintain the Flow: Monitor accounting emails for operating invoices; enter and code the proper general ledger entries in our system.Resolve Discrepancies: Collaborate across various Comoto teams to identify and fix mismatches between what was billed and what was received.Payment Logistics: Handle the recording of credit card payments and manage the filing/mailing of weekly company checks.Data Accuracy: Determine whether payments are defined as prepaid, capitalized, or accrued to ensure accurate GL and Department coding.Vendor Partnership: Work directly with vendors to obtain W-9s, verify information, and address open invoices or payment delays.Audit Support: Assist outside auditors with invoice backup and documentation.What You Bring:The Basics: At least one year of AP experience (upcoming grads with internship or co-op experience are encouraged to apply!). Bonus points if you've worked within the AP function of a retailer.Accounting Knowledge: A solid understanding of fundamental accounting processes and a high level of accuracy.Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (specifically formulas, pivot tables, and VLookups) and familiarity with Gmail.Collaboration: A team-player mindset and the ability to work closely with others to resolve account discrepancies.Systems: Experience with JDE is a definite plus.Comoto Family of Brands provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.