Accounts Payable Specialist

Company Information

Continuously ranked as one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work, AMAROK (formerly known as Electric Guard Dog) is the Nation’s leader in security industry and the Ultimate Perimeter Security. Our unique and technically advanced electric fence reliably stops theft and other criminal activity by guarding our customers’ property and assets 24/7. AMAROK is driven by our companies’ core values and we strive to facilitate a greater sense of purpose in our career opportunities.

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist at AMAROK is a detailed, professional individual responsible for receiving, processing, verifying and reconciling incoming invoices as well as maintaining accurate vendor records and information. Also charged with maintaining the electronic invoice filing system and generating weekly payments; ensuring payments are completed accurately, timely and in accordance with company policy.

This is an in-office position in Columbia, SC.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Enter invoices and credit memos into AP Automation system accurately and timely from purchase orders and non-purchase orders; includes assigning proper general ledger account coding.


• Save invoices into electronic filing system and maintain completeness and integrity of such filing system.


• Investigate and resolve discrepancies with vendors and/or internal customers.


• Review vendor statements and investigate and resolve discrepancies discovered.


• Complete weekly payment process which includes generating queries listing items due for payment, submitting list for payment approval, generating payments for approved items based on vendor payment method set (checks, EFT, credit card).


• Maintain vendor records and information including W9s and remittance information.


• Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.

Competency Requirements

• Impeccable attention to detail and thoroughness for use in data entry and information organization.


• Computer proficiency.


• Highly organized.


• Problem solving and critical thinking skills.


• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to work independently and within a team setting.


• Ability to remain professional always.

Company Benefits

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)


• Tuition Reimbursement Program


• Short & Long-term disability


• Life Insurance


• Flexible Spending Account (Section 125)


• Matching 401K retirement plan


• Career advancement


• Bonus opportunities


• Generous PTO

Hourly Compensation Range: $22–$27 per hour. Compensation is determined based on competitive market data, experience, skillset and geographical location.

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