Accounts Payable Specialist bei Goodwill Northern New England

Job location: Gorham, Maine       

Pay: $20-$23/hr depending on experience

At Goodwill Northern New England, we are dedicated to creating sustainable communities that thrive through the fullest participation of their diverse residents. Our commitment to triple-bottom-line results—integrating social, economic, and environmental goals—is at the core of everything we do.

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of our financial records. Your responsibilities will include:

• Computing, classifying, and recording numerical data to maintain accurate financial records.
• Applying knowledge of chart of accounts and expense coding to ensure precise posting to the general ledger.
• Verifying the accuracy of numbers, calculations, and postings related to business transactions entered by other team members.
• Reviewing invoices for discount opportunities, analyzing late fees, and taking necessary actions.
• Reviewing vendor statements to ensure balances are current and reconciled.
• Identifying Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payment opportunities through programs such as WEX ADP or bank drafts (ACH).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a criminal background check meeting agency standards.
• Some relevant experience in Accounts Payable.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated understanding of basic accounting terminology and procedures.
• Intermediate proficiency with MS Excel and MS Word.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures.

In addition to employment that is fulfilling, meaningful, and supportive, Goodwill employees also receive:

• Medical Insurance
• Flex Spending
• Vision and Dental offered
• Paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan 
• Paid Holidays 
• 403(b) retirement plan, with employer match 
• 40% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT 
• Valuable job training with growth potential
• Discount on personal cell phone plans 
• Local community discounts