Accounts Payable Specialist

About the role

Under the direction of corporate controller, completes accounts payable functions including accounts payable coding / entry, invoice review, along with month end activities for multiple locations. Demonstrates ability to work independently while meeting expected deadlines. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment without compromising their attention to detail or accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely recording of accounts payable related transactions and appropriate documentation uploaded into ERP system.
• Review invoices entered by others for proper general ledger coding and correct documentation.
• Compare purchase orders, prices, terms of payment and other charges.
• Ensure invoices are entered in time for month end closing and complete AP accrual.
• Create new suppliers including collection of proper supporting documentation and recording federal ID numbers for year-end reporting of 1099's.
• Reconcile monthly A/P statements and related transactions.
• Monitor AP email account and respond accordingly.
• Maintains excellent professional relationships with suppliers and internal customers and provides proactive customer service in assisting with inquiries regarding account status information and other requests.
• Demonstrate teamwork by collaborating with others to improve overall standards of performance and service through continuous improvement activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma required. Manufacturing Industry Experience Preferred. Minimum of 2 years of accounts payable accounting experience.

Qualifications

• Accountability – We take full responsibility for our actions and outcomes, ensuring transparency and trust with our stakeholders, customers, associates, and the environment. Competencies: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Planning & Organizing, Resilience, Time Management/Prioritization and Learning Agility
• Innovation – We champion creativity and collaboration, continually striving to deliver groundbreaking solutions that transform our industry and exceed expectations. Competencies: Creativity & Curiosity, Continuous Improvement, Vision & Strategic Thinking, and Collaboration & Teamwork
• Integrity – We uphold the highest ethical standards of honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior in every decision and action, fostering trust at all levels in our organization. Competencies: Honesty, Consistency & Dependability and Commitment to Excellence
• Adaptability – We embrace change agility and resilience, staying flexible and proactive in a constantly evolving world. Competencies: Communication, Results Oriented and Flexibility
• Caring – We prioritize the well-being of our people, communities, and business partners, recognizing that their success and happiness are vital to our own. Competencies: Organizational Savvy, Risk Management, Compliance, Diversity, and Empathy
• Passion – We are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, demonstrating determination to succeed while maintaining humility and respect for others. Competencies: Commitment, Persistence & Tenacity, Humility and Respect

Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient with Microsoft Office -- MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint. NetSuite experience a plus.