Summary The Accounts Payable Team Associate is responsible for accurate, timely and complete processing of all AP transactions and coding to General Ledger

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors receipt of vendor invoices and processes timely in accordance with company policy
• Reconciles vendor statements and communicates results to vendors and internal staff to ensure timely payment processing against vendor payment terms.
• Prioritize daily and weekly workloads to meet department deadlines and closing schedules.
• Respond to inquiries from vendors and other stakeholders in a timely manner
• Communicate any and all accounts payable issues to the department manager/supervisor on timely manner and before department deadlines
• Comply with company internal controls and confidentially with regards to all accounts payable information
• Assist in month-end closing activities within accounts payable area
• Participate in company audits by external audits or governmental agencies as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or company management

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate degree preferred

Other Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of accounts payable and/or general accounting experience
• Basic accounting knowledge, including debit/credits, general ledger structures
• Average knowledge of computer systems and software; must know Outlook, Excel, etc.
• Average knowledge of ERP financial modules, including accounts payable, general ledger, and fixed assets
• Ability to work in fast paced and high-volume manufacturing environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments and deadlines
• Ability to be accurate and detail oriented
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to provide excellent customer service skills