Staff Accountant - Payables

Finance · Full-time · VA, United States

Job description

Staff Accountant - Payables

Company Profile:
Diakon Logistics provides white-glove, last-mile delivery solutions for the most reputable furniture and appliance retailers in the country. Come join our growing company.

The Staff Accountant must be able to multitask, enjoy working in a small office environment with the ability to interact with staff (at all levels), remain flexible, be proactive, resourceful, and efficient, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. 

Job Description:

Accounts Payable

  • Ensure timely and accurate processing and entry of vendor invoices.
  • Request W-9s from vendors as required.
  • Process weekly check runs.
  • Reconcile vendor statements.

General

  • Collaborate with other departments to complete accurate records and provide accounting support.

  • Performing other duties as assigned by the Controller.

Skills/Requirements:

  • 3-5 years of experience in similar role or combination of related experience.

  • Experience with billing highly preferred.

  • Effective problem-solving skills to identify and correct financial discrepancies.

  • Strong organizational skills.

  • Ability to meet deadlines.

  • Strong Excel spreadsheet skills; proficiency in MS Office suite.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Detail-oriented and a can-do attitude.

  • Ability to work on a team and independently.

  • Self-starter with initiative to learn new skills.

  • Positive work ethic.

  • Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability and desire to communicate, collaborate, and coordinate with accounting department and other colleagues.

Job Type: Full-time.  This is an in office position.

Hourly Rate: $23-25/hour DOE; plus benefits

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Diakon Logistics offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, to include health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with match, and paid vacation and holidays.