Job Description

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for the accounts payable cycle for all Douglas J entities, and providing overall clerical support for the finance department.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO):

• Enter all invoices into the accounting system, including certain invoices that are split between multiple entities
• Prepare bills timely and accurately for payment on a weekly basis
• Issue, monitor, and reconcile company debit/credit cards on a weekly basis
• Maintain and review activity of renovations and projects for multiple locations

CLERICAL TASKS FOR THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT INCLUDE:

• Copying and scanning in necessary documents
• Filing financial records and invoices
• Assisting with financial reporting items, as necessary
• Maintaining the invoice filing cabinets
• Answering accounts payable phone calls
• Other accounting and administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.  Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or business preferred
• At least two years experience working in a finance or accounting position preferred
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities, and meet all deadlines
• Detail oriented and organized, very self-motivated
• Experience with Microsoft Office required, experience with Sage Intacct software preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Polished, professional image, consistent with the Douglas J Image Principle
• Ability to work within normal business hours approximately 20-30 hours per week
• Must be able to work in person at least twice a week in our East Lansing Office. Remaining work days or hours can be remote.

Additional Information

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Ongoing training and support
• Opportunity to support prospective students in pursuing their career aspirations in cosmetology, esthiology, or massage therapy
• Competitive Salary
• Affordable insurance benefits and a 401(k) with company match
• Creative and fun work environment
• Opportunities for advancement
• A company culture focused on serving, educating, and creativity

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.