Accounts Payable Specialist

The Accounts Payable Specialist position is a key role that manages supplier and business expenses for Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT). This position ensures the integrity of the company's financials by maintaining accurate payable records.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify vendor invoice accuracy through 3-way matching with purchase orders and receiving transactions prior to ERP system vouchering.
• Route and obtain business leader review and approvals for non-PO vendor invoices.
• Voucher approved vendor invoices into Company ERP system.
• Accurately record variance and expense entries to GL accounts and cost centers.
• Proactively monitor for supplier discount opportunities.
• Prepare multiple weekly disbursements including summary documents for management review and approval and submission of payment transactions.
• Distribute payment remittance advice documents to vendors.
• Conduct regular supplier statement reconciliations to confirm proper vendor invoicing, vendor credits, and application of payments.
• Address and respond to supplier inquiries via phone and/or email.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of direct experience with Accounts Payable or general accounting responsibilities.
• 2 years of direct experience with accounting software/ERP systems.
• High school diploma (minimum); associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Attention to detail and an obsession with accuracy with an ability to handle a high volume of vendor invoices (300-500 per week) and vendor payments.
• A professional and positive team-player mindset.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in computer use with a solid understanding of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive group health care benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Access to industry-leading training, leadership development, and mentoring programs designed to foster long-term career success.
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing, nationally recognized organization in the water treatment and safety industry—an essential, recession-resilient, and pandemic-resilient field.

About GWT

Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) is an equal opportunity employer that values and celebrates diversity within our company. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member feels respected, supported, and empowered to contribute their best work.