[Hiring] Accounts Payable Clerk @MediaNews Group

Role Description

MediaNews Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to manage the review and processing of invoices and check requests within our digital workflow and Oracle Fusion ERP. In addition to overseeing digital inputs, you will perform manual data entry to ensure all financial records are accurate and complete. Although this is a remote position, candidates must reside in Colorado or Ohio.

• For assigned properties (newspapers), review and process previously scanned vendor invoices and internal check requests
• Verify invoices for quantity, unit pricing, extensions, and applicable discounts
• Enter invoices into the Oracle Fusion Accounts Payable system
• Process invoices via Fusion to completion
• Maintain knowledge of 1099s (basic regulations; ability to analyze an invoice for 1099 purposes; understanding of reporting requirements)
• Adhere to all policies, processes, and procedures for accounts payable
• For non-purchase order invoices (including internal check requests), check for valid GL coding for distribution to the general ledger
• Demonstrate initiative in resolving problems and issues

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions (including process, policy, and procedures manuals), correspondence, and financial documents
• Proficiency in legibly writing and organizing correspondence (generally in email)
• Experience clearly communicating information and instructions verbally with other employees and vendors
• Capacity to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Strong attention to detail and collaboration skills
• A customer-focused mindset
• High school diploma or GED (minimum required); or a combination of education and experience that enables success in all aspects of the position
• College degree in finance, business, accounting, or a similar major (or relevant coursework) is preferred

Benefits

• The hourly range is $17.00 - $18.50 or required city/county minimum wage.
• Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc.
• In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Company Description

At MediaNews Group, our employees are our greatest asset. MediaNews Group (MNG) was established in 1985 and has over 4,000 employees nationwide including subsidiaries and other corporate affiliates. There are more than 100 different brands within our portfolio. In addition to our print products, we are a client-centric digital organization that brings scale, precision, and sophistication to digital marketing. Leveraging the belief that people matter as much as technology, our suite of products, including Adtaxi, helps advertisers solve complex marketing challenges with custom, performance-driven solutions. Readers turn to us for all the news and information that matters to them nationwide. Adtaxi is an exclusive program with the ability to reach 196M or 95% of the U.S. wired population that was established in 2010.