Accounts Payable Analyst & Operational Cost Tracking

Mekra-Lang-North-America,-LLC; Town of Ridgeway (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mekra-Lang-North-America, LLC is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to manage supplier invoices, ensure accurate coding, and perform 3-way matching with purchase orders and delivery docs. The role includes timely payments and strong audit-ready records.

The position also supports Operational Cost Tracking, budget monitoring, variance explanations, and regular spending dashboards to improve cost visibility and efficiency across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or relevant experience.
• 5+ years' experience in Accounts Payable, Treasury activities, Cash Flow, AP reporting.
• Proficient with MS Office; strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and on time with correct coding.
• Perform 3-way-match invoices with POs and delivery docs.
• Monitor payment terms and run payments per policy.
• Reconcile accounts, vendor statements, and resolve inquiries.
• Maintain AP records for audits and compliance.
• Assist with monthly close and verification of postings.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Treasury

Cash Flow

AP Reporting

Excel

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

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Accounts Payable Analyst & Operational Cost Tracking

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1066

Accounts Payable

• Process supplier invoices accurately and on time, ensuring correct coding to cost centers and accounts.
• Match invoices with purchase orders and delivery documentation (3-way-match).
• Monitor payment terms and prepare payment runs in line with company policies.
• Process invoices and credit memos, including the posting of factory invoices.
• Reconcile accounts, schedules, and vendor statements and resolve invoice inquiries, discrepancies, and past dues in a timely manner.
• Respond to vendor and employee questions regarding invoices, purchase orders, reimbursements, or payments in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized AP records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Assist with preparation and completion of monthly and closeout process; including verifying all payments, entries, and postings.
• Maintain Goods Received Not Invoiced (GR-IR) account.
• Maintain company confidence; protects and supports Corporate and Individual operations by ensuring all information remains confidential per Company policies, procedures, and/or practices.
• Input to and respond to enquiries from external auditors.
• Perform responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices, procedures, techniques, and standards in a safe and efficient manner with minimal supervision.

Operational Cost Tracking & Junior Controlling

• Track and analyze operational expenses across departments and cost centers
• Support budget monitoring by comparing actual costs versus budget and forecast.
• Assist in identifying cost deviations and preparing variance explanations.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards on operational spending.
• Support cost allocation and internal recharging processes.
• contribute to process improvements aimed at increasing cost transparency and efficiency.
• Assist senior controllers in ad-hoc financial analysis and management reporting.

Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or relevant experience
• 5+ years' experience in Accounts Payable, Treasury activities, Cash Flow, Analysis AP ReportingProficient with MS Office - strong Excel skills
• Excellent analytical skills. Strong communications skills (verbal + written), human relations, strong ethic.