Accounts Payable Specialist

Description

KEB America, Inc. is growing!  We are expanding our accounting department and adding an Accounts Payable Specialist position to the team.

JOB SUMMARY

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing accounts payable invoices consistent with company policy and controls. This role may require internal and external escalations to ensure invoices are approved, posted and paid in a timely manner and be responsible for reconciling vendor statements and following up on discrepancies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Prepare and process incoming invoices accurately and in a timely manner through SAP.
• Identify, analyze, and communicate invoice discrepancies—including quantity variances, unit-of-measure conversions, and pricing issues—in a timely, professional, and collaborative manner.
• Process invoice payments in a timely manner through SAP.
• Review assigned vendor statements monthly and research any outstanding or past-due invoices.
• Respond to vendor inquiries via telephone and email in a professional and courteous manner, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Provide support for month-end closing activities as required.
• Maintain organized and accurate filing of processed records.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in accordance with business needs.

** Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**

We offer an excellent work-life balance and competitive salaries and benefits, including:

* Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

* Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

* Health Saving Account (HSA)

* Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays

* 401(k) Match

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Opportunities for Advancement

* And More...

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, certifications, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

• Education / Experience
• A minimum of a 2-year Business Associate’s Degree is preferred for this position.
• A minimum of 3 years of accounts payable, accounts receivable or accounting experience is preferred.
• Licenses, Permits, and Certifications
• No necessary licenses, permits, or certifications
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Basic computer skills
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Basic knowledge of SAP preferred, but not required
• Ability to work well under minimal supervision
• Ability to effectively prioritize
• Ability to effectively manage time and meet all necessary deadlines 
• Able to proficiently read and write in English 
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written and verbal)
• Able to do accurate work at a rapid and consistent pace
• Work well independently as well as with others or in a team
• Ability to follow work instructions accurately
• Have attention to detail
• Ability to exhibit high personal morale

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit majority of shift

WORKING CONDITIONS

The working conditions described here are representative of those an employee may be exposed to while performing job duties and responsibilities.  

• Office environment