Accounts Payable Specialist

About The Role

The Accounts Payable Specialist works closely with the Accounts Payable Manager, other AP personnel, the General Accounting Team, and Procurement. The role works with managers across YETI departments to obtain invoicing information needed to support timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices. The position will also interact daily with external vendors on follow-up regarding payment and invoicing information. The Accounts Payable team works closely with the IT team to ensure the effective operation of AP systems and programs.

Responsibilities

• Enter vendor invoices timely and accurately into SAP
• Monitor AP email inbox to download vendor invoices and respond to vendor inquiries
• Review assigned SAP reports (GRIR and MRBR) and escalate discrepancies for resolution
• Interact with suppliers in a timely and professional manner
• Assist in monitoring invoice aging and identifying items requiring follow-up
• Verify invoices are coded in accordance with established account guidelines and escalate exceptions as needed
• Ensure accurate matching of purchase orders to invoices
• Provide strong customer service with all that we interact with
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and share recommendations with the team
• Handle special projects as assigned and work diligently to a successful conclusion

Approximate allocation of time: Invoice entry 60%, Supplier support 30%, Miscellaneous ongoing/special projects 10%

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field; equivalent experience considered
• At least 0-2 years of relevant work experience
• SAP experience preferred, but not required
• Can handle a fast pace and high volume of transactions
• Strong Excel skills and demonstrated ability to develop spreadsheets for tracking vendor activity
• Goal oriented with high standards for excellence
• Self-motivated desire to complete projects by deadline
• Ability to manage routine tasks repeatedly
• Fanatical attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• PC literate – Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel)

Benefits

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