Specialist, Accounts Payable

About The Role

As the Specialist, Accounts Payable, you will report to a North America Accounts Payable (AP) Associate Manager and support the delivery of accurate, timely, and efficient Accounts Payable payment services. You will be responsible for a variety of invoice and expense report processing activities, including researching and resolving related issues. You will play an important role in ensuring timely and accurate payments, maintaining accurate financial records and effective controls, and delivering a positive experience for employees, suppliers, and business partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and process invoices/expense reports in an accurate and timely fashion as per compliance requirements
• Research and resolve invoices, expense report, or payment discrepancies in a timely and professional manner
• Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from employees, internal business partners, vendors, and other external partners
• Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls related to AP activities
• Complete assigned month-end Accounts Payable closing activities
• Support reporting, documentation, process improvements, and Accounts Payable projects
• Provide backup coverage and support ad hoc requests and special assignments as needed

Required Experience

• Minimum of an associate degree; Accounting, Finance, or a related business field preferred
• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience or equivalent business experience
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship

Preferred Experiences And Skills

• Experience with SAP, Concur expense management, or credit card administration systems
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Strong team player with the ability to prioritize work and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong organizational, communication, research, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles and internal control best practices
• Ability to adapt to change and willingness to learn new skills
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to effectively support employees, vendors, and internal business partners

Job Requirements

• Full-time, first-shift position
• Remote work is available one day per week following the 90-day onboarding period
• This role is not eligible for relocation

Benefits And Perks

SC Johnson's total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we're committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.