Accounts Payable Specialist I

Title: Accounts Payable Specialist I

Location: MO-Bridgeton

Job Description: 

Job ID: 115817 

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 6 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.  

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Accounts Payable Specialist I.  This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility and will have the option to work an in person or hybrid schedule.  This position will be responsible for preparing and entering invoices in our system in a timely manner for payment.  This role will work on statements and special projects as well, when needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Input timesheet data, verify of documents and codes, process payments and compile segments of monthly closings and annual reports
• Verify accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents
• Prepare bills and invoices for payment
• Prepare checks for signature 
• Maintain vendor files and communicate status of payments as required 
• Identify, investigate, and follow up on billing discrepancies 
• Enter data into accounting system and prepare reports
• Perform a variety of basic accounting tasks in accordance with standard procedures
• Perform general accounting tasks at field sites, accounts payable, accounts receivables, and payroll liaison activities
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED
• Computer skills including working with MS Outlook and Excel
• Ability to perform data entry
• Attention to detail skills
• Familiarity with accounting and bookkeeping procedures is preferred

The salary range for this position is $35,249.00/year- $44,062.00/year for the state of Illinois.  This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only