Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Houston, TX

Description: 
The Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist is a key support position in Operations Accounting department reporting directly to the AP Supervisor. The AP Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable transactions while ensuring invoices comply with internal controls and established policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Executes on the day-to-day accounts payable operations ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments

• Responsible for accurately coding and entry of invoices in a paperless environment

• Executes on department's process standardization, automation, and continuous process improvement to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy

• Build positive relationships with internal and external customers

• Assists AP Lead and works closely with Operations to resolve any issues

• Assist in the AP month-end general ledger close activities as assigned

• Prepares journal entries as appropriate

• Assist with ad-hoc requests and special projects as needed

• Assist with audits related questions for the AP area as required

• Respond to client and vendor inquiries

• Other tasks as assigned

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Proficiency in computing skills including Microsoft Office is required

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as a team player

• Ability to work with large amount of detailed data with high level of accuracy

• Effective communication and leadership skills

• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills

• Must be able to meet established deadlines

• Upstream oil and gas experience is required

• Working knowledge of Oracle EBS, Enterprise Upstream, and OpenInvoice is a plus

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED required, Associate's degree preferred

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education, typically required for this role.

• Oil & Gas experience highly preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is typically performed indoors in an office environment. Incumbents must be able to perform work which includes typing, sitting, and standing. In the event that incumbent visits operations worksite, personal protection equipment, including head protection, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety shoes, and flame-resistant clothing is required. Safety rules including OSHA and DOT requirements are strictly enforced. Employees must be willing to travel and work extended hours on short notice.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Percent of Travel Required: Less than 5%; Travel may be required for mandatory meetings or training.