Accounts Payable Specialist at Citizens Inc – Austin, Texas

About Company:

Welcome to Citizens Inc!

We are a company committed to providing life insurance solutions since 1969 in the United States and globally since 1975, Citizens, Inc. is a publicly traded company (NYSE: CIA) that has maintained a listing on the New York Stock Exchange since 2002. Operating through our insurance subsidiaries, we strategically offer traditional insurance products in niche markets to capitalize on competitive advantages. With a dedicated team of employees located in Austin, Louisiana and a global network of agents, our reach extends to Latin America, Central America, and Asia.Through our insurance subsidiaries, we pursue a strategy of offering traditional insurance products in niche markets where we believe we are able to achieve competitive advantages.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, reconciling accounts, and maintaining the general ledger. Your attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines will be crucial in this role. You will work closely with other members of the finance team to ensure the smooth operation of the accounts payable process.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Word
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with JD Edwards software
• Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) certification

Responsibilities:

• Process invoices and ensure accurate and timely payment
• Reconcile accounts and maintain the general ledger
• Communicate with vendors to resolve any discrepancies or issues
• Assist with month-end close and journal entries
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Skills:

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will use your expertise in account reconciliation, accounting software, and process invoices to ensure accurate and timely payment. Your proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and ability to meet deadlines will be essential in this role. Additionally, your knowledge of general ledger and journal entries will be utilized to assist with month-end close. Preferred qualifications include experience with JD Edwards software and CAPP certification.