Job Purpose:

Perform accounts payable duties in a timely manner. Possess strong organizational skills to maintain an efficient work environment as well as collaborate with team members and perform other adhoc duties as required/needed.

Able to maintain Accounts Payable updates and reconciled to with the bank statements and A/P ledger on a weekly basis.

Main responsibilities and requirements:

• Collaborate effectively with suppliers/vendors, and internal customers - such as Procurement, Purchasing, and Receiving.

• Display a positive, proactive attitude and possess strong communication (written & verbal) skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.

• Process A/P invoices, verifying proper approval and support documentation, assigning proper G/L coding, review and validation of compliance to the Corporate policies.

• Process A/P payment runs; both ACH and Checks as needed.

• Prepare and post month end A/P GRNI accruals. into the SAP ERP system.

• Maintain SAP A/P sub ledger reconciliation to A/P G/L accounts I on a weekly basis; while properly classifying, posting and recording A/P data.

• Resolve invoice holds and aged disbursements by following through with internal and external customers. Ensure supplier credits are received, also with appropriate resolution and follow-up, for outstanding debit notes.

• Familiar with automated ERP (SAP preferred) and A/P processes, ACH, SCF Supply Chain Finance, 3 Way Match process, EDI portals.

• Ability to provide weekly payment projections for current month and quarter, Monitor recurring expenses in order to properly account for in the monthly accruals and projections.

• Performs other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned, including cross training activities.

• Promote continuous improvement mindset by improving and adapting to ever evolving business requirements.

• Ensure the company's commitment to maintain a safe workplace and to protect the environment through the establishment and support of Company policy and adherence to various government regulations.

Education:

Two-year degree in Accounting or equivalent experience required. BS degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience desired. Progressive experience should include work within multiple accounting functions that involve increasing levels of responsibility.

Experience & Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Accounts Payable, preferably 5 years’ progressive experience. Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, collection technics and protocols.

• Must possess proficient knowledge of MS office programs, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word. Proficiency in Excel required, including Pivot Tables, @Vlookups, @SUMIF and other advanced formulas.

• SAP Fico experience for A/P related functions required; SAP S4/Hana preferable.

• Strong organizational skills, must be able to communicate effectively with others, both internally and externally and perform the job in a courteous, friendly, cooperative manner. /

• Ability to work additional hours, especially during month end and other critical financial cycles. Focus on timely and accurate completion of tasks, including strong attention to detail and accuracy.