Description
Job Overview:
The Accounts Payable Clerk I position performs day to day full cycle accounts payable transactions to ensure accurate and timely payment processing. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information. All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental and Wind Creek Chicago Southland policies, practices, and procedures.
Purpose:
Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.
Value System:
Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best. We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer. The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manages the Accounts Payable Email inbox, prioritizing invoices according to cash accounts
- Opens, date stamps, and distributes incoming mail
- Responsible for accurate and timely entry of high-volume Accounts Payable invoices
- Reviews all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
- Completes weekly Automated Clearing House (ACH) and check runs including off-cycle processing
- Maintains all accounts payable reports, spreadsheets and corporate accounts payable files
- Works cross-functionally with Purchasing, Receiving, and other Departments to research and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
- Researches and responds to vendor inquiries in a timely manner
- Assists in the month-end closing to include accruals for unprocessed invoices
- Possesses the ability to be self-directed while exercising judgment and discretion in completing assignments
- Assists with other duties and projects as assigned
Job Requirements: (please ensure you meet the listed requirements prior to applying)
- High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within 6 months from start date as a condition of continued employment
- Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older
- One (1) year of previous accounts payable experience– required; gaming related experience – preferred
- Degree in Accounting or Related Field - preferred
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Outlook (a skills test will be administered and candidate must achieve at least 70% skills pass rate)- required
- Experience with accounts payable systems- required; Microsoft Dynamics GP experience- preferred
- Must be proficient and accurate in operating a 10-Key calculator and in accurately and efficiently typing on a computer keyboard
- Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time and view information displayed on a computer screen
- Must be able to bend, reach, kneel, twist and grip items while working at assigned desk area
- Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds- required
- Must be able to work various hours and days, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Must be able to get along well with all levels of the organization and excel in a team oriented environment
- Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
- Must have an Occupational License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) pursuant to the Illinois Gaming Act and remain in good standing with the Illinois Gaming Board as a requirement for this position
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