Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist Wabash Valley Power Alliance About Us

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Wabash Valley Power is a not-for-profit electric cooperative that delivers reliable, affordable electricity to more than 280,000 homes, businesses, and farms across Indiana and Illinois.

• No Sweat – wellness program, payroll credit for medical insurance, on-site fitness center, extra vacation days.
• Flex Time – flexible schedule to accommodate personal commitments.
• Continuing Education – funds for professional development and in-house training.
• Casual Work Environment – blue jeans and a relaxed office culture.
• Generous vacation (up to five weeks) and work‑life balance.

Be the backbone of the vendor payment process—ensuring invoices are accurate, payments are timely, and stakeholders are supported throughout.

• Receive, route, and enter vendor invoices for approval and payment.
• Manage weekly payment runs with precision.
• Collaborate with banking partners to streamline online payments.
• Provide responsive service to internal teams and external vendors.
• Onboard and maintain vendor records, including TIN matching and W‑9 management.
• Ensure accurate monthly sales tax payments.
• Prepare and distribute annual Form 1099 and 1042‑S.

• Participate in a major system conversion that was recently launched.
• Learn current systems and contribute to smarter, more efficient processes.

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, or similar field (preferred).
• Progressive experience in accounts payable and/or general accounting (required).
• Sharp eye for numbers and high attention to detail.
• Ability to follow complex procedures and identify workflow improvements.
• Comfortable learning new systems quickly and using technology to enhance daily tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a customer‑focused mindset.

• Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance.
• Clear verbal and written communication, including email.