A/P Specialist

Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Bluebird Network is a communications infrastructure provider and data center operator owned by Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets Inc., a subsidiary of Macquarie Capital. Since 1999, Bluebird has provided internet and transport services via its fiber infrastructure to Carriers and Enterprises throughout the Midwest. Bluebird now owns two data centers; an underground facility in Springfield, MO and a new facility in the Quad Cities. Bluebird operates over 9,800 fiber route miles of high-speed broadband and fiber-optic connections with over 60,000 on-net and near-net buildings and 151 Points of Presence (PoP) sites spanning the Midwest, including the major cities of Chicago, St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield (MO and IL), Champaign-Urbana, Peoria, and the Quad Cities. To learn more, please visit BluebirdNetwork.com.

Who will I work for?

Join an amazing team of telecommunication professionals! Bluebird Network is a dynamic growing company in need of an Accounts Payable Specialist to be a part of a collaborative team. Bluebird Network is a premier Mid-west fiber and data solutions provider, with over 20 years of success in the industry. All of us at Bluebird Network work hard to meet goals and objectives for the organization and live the mission and values of this growing company to meet a common goal.

Here at Bluebird we proactively embrace diversity and cultivate a culture of inclusion. We respect and value each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

What will I do?

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for duties related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions, and other administrative tasks as assigned. Be a collaborative teammate while working beside a dynamic team of accountants that work hard to meet goals and objectives for the Company. Live the mission and values of this growing company to serve the common goal.

Requirements

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLILITES:

• Timely data entry processing associated with accounts payable.
• Accurately review, code, and process vendor invoices according to company policies and procedures.
• Identify and clarify any unusual or questionable invoice items or prices.
• Review and reconcile invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate historical records.
• Address and respond to vendor inquiries.
• Assist in monthly bank and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Maintain confidentiality of organizational information.
• Assist in maintaining all vendor accounts while staying in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Assist with providing supporting documentation for audits.
• Other tasks may be assigned as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience, a minimum of 1 to 3 years related experience; or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Strong analytic abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software, specifically Excel.