At Vertex, our people are our most valuable resource. Dedicated to our core values of mutual trust, commitment to excellence, and care for one another, Vertex is a people-oriented company continually seeking out innovators who desire to be a part of a fast-growing energy transition company.
Vertex specializes in refined fuels and products across conventional, sustainable, and renewable markets. We offer solutions that enhance energy security, support existing infrastructure, and drive the future of low-carbon solutions. Our brand ethos, "Forward," embodies our dedication to advancing energy, innovation, and our people.
Join our team and become a catalyst for change in a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-centric environment. Opportunities range from fleet operations to refining to downstream marketing and logistics. We invite you to apply so you too can embark on a rewarding career fueled by passion and purpose. Your pathway Forward begins with Vertex.
This opportunity will offer a full-time schedule with a wide array of benefits including health, dental, life and disability. This is an office-based position based in our corporate office in Southeast Houston close to NASA area.
The Accounts Payable Specialist is a full-time position, located at the Houston corporate office, reporting directly to the Accounts Payable Manager. The primary function of this position is to provide administrative support to the accounting team, different levels of the organization and external customers. This role must have a self-motivated, organized and detail-oriented candidate. They are generally in daily communication with employers and vendors, so conducting themselves in a professional manner is a requirement. The candidate must display availability to move in a fast-paced environment, have integrity and a desire for professional growth.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Process all Accounts Payable while providing financial, administrative, and clerical support
- Process and match vendor invoices with open purchase orders and retrieving all supporting documents to prepare authorized payments to vendors using three-way match
- Assign proper account codes and cost centers to invoices for accurate tracking and accounting purposes
- Communicate with vendors regarding invoice discrepancies, payment inquiries, and other related matters in a professional and timely manner
- Work with other departments in resolving problems with invoices on a timely basis
- Assist in month end close processes and yearly financial audit
- Maintain Accounts Payable files
- Perform other related tasks as assigned
Health, Safety, and Environmental:
- Rigidly adhere to safe work practices/procedures set forth by regulating authorities and the company and never compromise the safety of any personnel, company, or contractor
Training:
- Will be required to complete any assigned training necessary to performing essential job duties
Education and/or Experience:
- 1-2 year’s Accounts Payable experience required
- High School graduate required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or Finance preferred
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Accounting experience in a Refinery environment is preferred
- SAP experience is required
- Accounting software programs experience preferred
- Understanding of accounting principles and basic bookkeeping required
- Ability to communicate effectively and work independently
- Knowledge of MS Office applications
Vertex Energy Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to commute to the 77058 Webster area, near NASA on a daily basis?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 2 years (Required)
- Accounts payable: 2 years (Required)
- SAP: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person