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Accounts Payable Specialist - Career Advancement Opportunities

Casella Waste Systems Inc.

Rutland, VTJob$18–22/hrPosted 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18–22/hr
Location
Rutland, VT
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Associate's degree

Job overview

Casella Waste Systems Inc. is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist - Career Advancement Opportunities. The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for receiving, reviewing, and entering vendor invoices to meet deadlines and ensure compliance with internal controls. This role ensures proper and timely payments by collaborating with various teams and vendors within the organization.

Key focus areas include Receive, review, and process vendor invoices and employee expenses for data entry and payments within tight deadlines, Provide accurate and detailed reports regarding bills and invoices, and Complete assigned work and respond to requests for information using various software applications and accounting systems.

Successful candidates bring Associate's Degree In Accounting Or Finance, 2-4 Years Accounts Payable Experience, and Ability To Work Additional Hours. Important skills include Microsoft Office, Automated Accounting Systems, Time Management, Listening, Communication, and Problem Solving. Preferred (not required): Multitask and Organizational Skills.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft OfficeAutomated Accounting SystemsTime ManagementListeningCommunicationProblem SolvingAttention to DetailMultitaskOrganizational Skills

Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Accounting or Finance2-4 Years Accounts Payable or Finance ExperienceAbility to Work Additional HoursWork in a Collaborative Environment

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for the receipt, review, and entry of vendor invoices to meet tight deadlines and ensure compliance with a robust internal control structure. The incumbent ensures proper and timely payments by working closely with various teams and vendors within the organization.

Hiring Range: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour based on experience

Key Responsibilities

  • Receives, reviews, and processes vendor invoices and employee expenses for data entry and payments within very tight deadlines.
  • Provides accurate and detailed reports regarding bills and invoices.
  • Completes assigned work and responds to requests for information using various software applications and accounting systems.
  • Performsaccounting duties related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing/inventory, account balancing and analysis, revenue, and payroll.
  • Adheres to internal policies and controls as required for the processing and approval of corporate expenditures tomaintain best practices across the entire procure-to-pay process.
  • Prioritizes weekly payment disbursement processing and resolves any vendor or employee concerns.
  • Communicates and collaborates with other Casella departments, field locations, auditors, and vendors on projects and activities.
  • Maintains the ability to multitask and manage responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have an Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or 2-4 years of accounts payable or finance experience. The individual must have a demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment. Ability to work additional hours around specific weekly and monthly end dates is required.

Outstanding time management, listening, communication and problem solving skills are required. A high-level attention to detail is critical. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and automated accounting systems is essential.

Attributes

Positive, team oriented individual who possesses organizational skills and attention to detail with an ability to see the larger picture and is open to personal and professional training and development.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.

Benefits & RewardsWant easy-to-use, rewarding benefits? Well, we’ve got those! Our employee rewards program is designed to help you in your career, and in your life outside of Casella. From competitive wages to comprehensive medical plans to employee stock purchase and retirement savings options, learn about all the ways we reward you.

EEO

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an environment of inclusion and mutual respect where opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, military and veteran status, status as individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success as a company and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people.

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Job Locations US-VT-Rutland

Job ID 2026-9817

Category Finance & Accounting

Type Regular Full-Time

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