Accountant - AP

9490 Watson Rd, St. Louis, MO 63126, USA | SUPP Accounting | Salary | 70,000-80,000 per year | Full Time

| Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401k Match, Health and Life Insurance

At Woodard, this Accountant role is about more than processing invoices and issuing payments. We're looking for someone who understands accounting fundamentals, takes pride in accurate financial information, and knows how to dig into a discrepancy when something doesn't look right.

With a focus on Accounts Payable, you'll reconcile accounts, research and resolve discrepancies, process accounting transactions, support financial close activities, and work across the organization to keep financial information accurate and reliable. You'll also have opportunities to identify process improvements, strengthen financial controls, and contribute to efficient financial operations.

This role requires someone who can balance accuracy with analysis, exercise sound judgment, and collaborate effectively across departments to support the integrity of the company's financial records.

What You'll Do:

• Reconcile accounts payable, balance sheet accounts, and related accounting records

• Research, investigate, and resolve discrepancies and outstanding issues

• Process and review accounts payable transactions while ensuring accuracy, proper accounting treatment, and compliance with company policies

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities

• Maintain accounting schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation

• Partner with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain accurate financial records

• Maintain vendor tax documentation and assist with annual 1099 reporting requirements

• Support audits and help maintain effective accounting controls

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency

You'll Succeed If You:

• Have a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes

• Take ownership of your work and consistently deliver accurate, reliable results

• Enjoy digging into discrepancies and working through issues to resolution

• Can analyze information, identify root causes, and recommend practical solutions

• Stay organized and effectively manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines

• Collaborate effectively across the organization while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality in all financial matters

• Are comfortable using accounting software and Microsoft Office applications to support financial operations

• Value continuous improvement and look for opportunities to make processes more effective

What You'll Need:

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred

• 2+ years of accounting experience required; experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting preferred

• Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered

Why Woodard?

At Woodard, you'll join a stable, growing company with a strong reputation and a long-term commitment to excellence. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the financial health of a successful organization while partnering with a team that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We encourage professional growth, welcome new ideas, and believe that every team member plays an important role in our success. Our culture is grounded in our Core Values: Do What's Right. Serve Others. Learn Every Day.

If you're an accounting professional who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and ensuring financial information is accurate and reliable, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

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Woodard is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on any protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.