Accounts Payable Specialists

Accounts Payable Specialists

Columbia Safety & Supply keeps America's workers both safe and productive on the job. Founded in 2005, we are North America's premier outfitter of fall protection, safety equipment, and gear for at-height workers, industry, and construction. We exceed our customer's expectations, provide unmatched customer service and prompt delivery, and strive for continued innovation. Columbia Safety, named as an INC Magazine Best Workplace, is a fast-growth company headquartered in Columbia, MO with five locations nationwide. The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing the company's accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and expense reports. This role plays a critical part in maintaining vendor relationships, optimizing cash flow, and supporting overall financial operations.

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for:

• Receive, review, and process invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Obtain necessary approvals and verify coding and documentation for proper account allocation.
• Prepare and process payments, including checks, wire transfers, ACH payments, and electronic payments, in accordance with payment terms and vendor agreements.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and statements, resolving discrepancies and ensuring accuracy of balances.
• Investigate and resolve outstanding items, such as unmatched invoices or vendor credits.
• Review freight invoices for accuracy and dispute charges when certain criteria have been met.

Skills knowledge and expertise:

• Bachelor's degree in the field of Finance, Accounting or Business Management is preferred, but not required.
• 5 years Accounts Payable experience preferred
• 10-key calculator skills, by touch

Why it's great to build your career with us!

• Competitive salary with endless potential to grow in the organization
• Volunteer Paid Time off for contributing time and talent to 501c3 groups
• Philanthropic efforts via our Columbia Foundation include 100% match to charitable giving
• 401k with company match
• Health, ancillary and life insurance options
• Paid vacation with tenure-based increases
• Fresh food fridge with free snacks and an onsite gym

Our people and our teammates:

• Are strategically flexible and comfortable in our ever-changing, fast-paced environment
• Convey a can-do, positive attitude towards tackling problems
• Work hard and value self awareness, empathy, honesty and positivity
• Enjoy challenging projects, and have fun with our co-workers, who feel like our family
• Have a passion for delivering an unmatched experience to our clients, colleagues and business partners

Applications are being taken exclusively online for this role, we look forward to hearing from you!

About Columbia Safety and Supply

The Columbia Safety & Supply family of companies is a group of brands that focus on industrial distribution related to safety equipment, tools, and gear for at-height industries and commercial users. Our success is fueled by a tenacious team and headquartered in the United States, with locations strategically throughout North America. We are a high-reaching group of industry professionals focusing our energies on staying ahead for the competitive markets we serve. We train our employees to be Gear Experts that provide solutions to industry experts, and we partner with some of the most recognized brands on the planet. Strong connections between teammates in our business allows dedication to our mission and supports each employee's personal goals. Coupling internal development with the recruitment of external candidates means we always have the most talented and diverse team possible. We believe that combining diverse talents and backgrounds to create an inclusive and successful work community is the key to long-term success. If you are looking to be part of a structured and motivated team where you are valued for the quality work you provide, our family of companies is the right group for you! Applications are being taken exclusively online for this role, we look forward to learning about the ways that we may work together and how your talents will contribute to the vision of our organization!