Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Kratos SRE is currently seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Birmingham, Alabama. The Accounts Payable Specialist will ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, obtain proper approvals, match invoices against purchase orders, code invoices, research and resolve discrepancies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Review and process invoices and check requests in accordance with Company policies and procedures
• Process expense reports including review for compliance with the Company travel policy and government contractor guidelines
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
• Correspond with internal customers and vendors and respond to inquiries
• Assist in identifying cost control opportunities and other projects as needed
• Other duties may be assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Experience And Skills
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
• Skilled at organizing and prioritizing workflow to meet deadlines
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules and policies and procedures
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Strong computer skills and ability to multi-task within multiple systems and across projects
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently or as a team and adapt as needed
• Proficient in Excel preferred

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years demonstrated Accounts Payable experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of accounting policies and practices
• Experience working with purchasing cards and reconciling p-card statements
• Experience with PO processing (3-way match)
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint preferred
• Experience with expense reports for government strongly preferred
• Experience with an expense reporting software, such as, Concur or Chrome River preferred
• Experience working in a government contracting environment preferred

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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