Job Title:

Accounts Payable Specialist

Type of Position:

Initial 3-month contract position, with potential for extension based on workload and performance. This role is intended to address a temporary need, but it may also serve as a pathway to future opportunities within the organization.

Job Location:

Appleton, WI (on site role).

Compensation:

$24.00/hr to start (this will go up over time). Overtime will be paid at 1.5x for any time worked over 40 hours.

Benefits:

• Available (health insurance, dental, vision, 401k, etc) – benefits will begin the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.
• This role will have 5 days PTO (which accrue over time). When converting to direct here, there will be significantly more PTO.

About Us:

HRU Technical Resources has partnered with an organization that builds custom fire and rescue vehicles – from pumpers and aerials to electric fire trucks – delivering high-quality apparatus for fire departments across the world.

Job Description:

The Accounts Payable Specialist provides essential accounting and finance services to help achieve the organization’s business objectives. This role processes business transactions in areas such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit management, expense reports, fixed assets, payroll, and treasury. Superior customer service to both internal and external stakeholders is vital. Responsibilities also include relaying information to management through accurate transaction processing reports.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of business transactions aligned with assigned job responsibilities.
• Maintain files, forms, and computer-based records in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Assist internal and external customers with questions regarding business transaction processing requirements and respond to inquiries.
• Perform defined balancing and reconciliation procedures to verify transactions are properly recorded.
• Prepare accurate and timely transaction processing reports for internal management and external reporting requirements.
• Help maintain standard work instructions documenting business transaction processing steps.
• Apply continuous improvement management principles and participate in process analysis and improvement projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED is required at a minimum (higher level education is welcome but not required).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of basic financial and accounting concepts.
• Familiarity with accounting, payroll, or cash applications is a plus.

Work Environment, Other Info:

• 1st (day) shift position. This role will generally work Monday to Friday, standard business hours.
• There may be occasional (but not frequent) overtime. Any OT (over 40 hours) will be paid at 1.5x.
• An offer may be contingent on passing a background check and drug screen (drug screen would include Cannabis – no exceptions, eg: for a medical card).
• At HRU, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

How to Apply for This Job:

To apply for this position, please follow these steps: Apply for this job with your current resume. We’ll get back to you the same day with some feedback on your application. Next you’ll be invited to an online screening conversation so we can go over the job requirements together and you can ask questions. After this stage we’ll give you more feedback on your application and select the candidates to move forward in the process. Typically steps 1 to 4 takes less than 24 hours.