Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk – growing company!

Lightning eMotors, a growing company that designs and manufactures zero emission all-electric powertrains for commercial vehicles, is seeking a talented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team of outstanding professionals. Our products are meticulously and intelligently designed to deliver value to our customers and you will be an integral part of the process. This is your opportunity to work with like-minded, passionate, technical professionals dedicated to making a difference in the world. We are a growing team of talented individuals who are accustomed to wearing multiple hats, working collaboratively, and comfortable expressing ideas to a receptive management team. If you consider yourself an outgoing and approachable person who is adept at connecting with all levels of the organization, we want to hear from you.

More about us:

Our products include all-electric powertrains for the Ford 350HD Passenger Wagon and Cargo Van, Ford E450 Shuttle Bus and Cutaway models, Chevrolet 6500SD Low Cab Forward model, and 30, 35, and 40 foot transit buses. Our team works with commercial fleets to provide the right electric powertrain to align with their preferred vehicles and application. Lightning’s products improve a fleet’s operating costs and make sure they are driving the cleanest and most advanced technology available. Simply put, we have a commitment to environmental responsibility, exceptional quality and quiet, powerful performance. Our electric powertrains provide savings on fuel and fueling time, lower maintenance costs, dramatic reduction in brake wear, more vehicle uptime without emission testing or oil changes, significant savings on operating costs, and cleaner air.

Please visit www.lightningemotors.com to learn more!

About the position:

Reporting to the Director of Finance & Controller, the AP Clerk is a new full-time position responsible for performing a range of accounting and clerical tasks related to accounts payable function. Tasks can vary daily but can include receiving, processing, and verifying invoices; managing reconciliation reports; and processing payments. This position will support current Accounting and Finance team and assist with other tasks as assigned.

Key accountabilities:

• Receives and verifies expense reports; reconciles expense and other financial reports with account balances and other office records
• Reconciles AP transactions including item receipts, invoices, and other items
• Facilitates payment of vendors, which may include verification of federal ID numbers, reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies
• Ensures outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identifies discount opportunities, and issues purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed
• Assists with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions.
• Supports quarterly and year-end inventory cycle counts and audits.
• Other related duties as assigned

Skills/Experience/Knowledge required:

Mandatory:

• High school diploma required; Associates in Business or Accounting degree preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems required.
• Must be reliable and extremely trustworthy
• Ability to work with variety of individuals, customers, and employees
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office or related programs
• Must be able to learn other accounting software systems
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and meticulous records

Benefits offered:

Once hired, employees are offered generous benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account and Health Reimbursement Plan (if enrolled in medical plan)
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (accrued)
• Paid holidays
• Short and Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program

Salary

• $45,000-$55,000, DOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 – $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Masks required

Application Question(s):

• Candidate will be subject to background check

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Accounts Payable: 1 year (Preferred)
• ERP systems: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Company’s website:

• lightningemotors.com

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place