Job Information
Sherwood Lumber Company Accounts Payable - Logistics in Melville, New York
Full Time
Melville, NY, US
Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually
JOB TITLE: Accounts Payable
EMPLOYER: Sherwood Lumber Corporation
DEPARTMENT: Admin
REPORTS TO: Vice President of Finance
EFFECTIVE DATE: 4/1/2026
SUMMARY: This position is responsible for performing accounts payable functions, ensuring efficient and accurate recording of all transactions centered around company logistics.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares and processes company payments in a timely manner with proper approval, and accurate recording and coding.
Prepares and processes check runs, wire transfers and ACH payments in accordance with agreed terms.
Prints and mails accounts payable checks.
Sends daily remittance reports.
Manages vendor set-up process and maintenance.
Interfaces with appropriate personnel to secure proper payment terms.
Maintains accounts payable and vendor files and records including W-9 and 1099 forms.
Corresponds with vendors and responds to all inquiries regarding invoices and check requests in a timely manner; researches and resolves invoice issues/discrepancies.
Print and enter rail invoicing to be processed and paid once a week.
Maintains Proof of Delivery files and fulfils requests when needed.
Assists with audit requests.
Ensures compliance with all Accounts Payable policies and procedures.
Performs other Account Payable and Administrative functions as assigned.
Role to expand into other accounting responsibilities as position grows.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate's Degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or six months to one year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Computer skills required: Microsoft Office Suite.
Other skills required:
4+ years’ experience with Accounts Payable functions.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work closely with peers on team orientated goals.
Ability to follow company directives and instruction.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Continually required to sit.
Occasionally required to stand and/or walk.
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.