Accounts Payable Associate

Strattec Security Corp.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Strattec, a global automotive access company headquartered in Milwaukee, seeks an Accounts Payable Associate to join the finance team. You will process invoices, match against POs, and manage payments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes strong ledger knowledge, attention to detail, and collaboration with suppliers and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely financial records. You will participate in month-end close, internal controls, and audits as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle AP experience in a manufacturing environment.
• High School diploma or GED; associate or bachelor's in accounting/finance preferred.
• Strong PC skills (Windows, Excel, AS400) and ability to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

• Match and process high-volume invoices, with 3-way matching against POs and receiving docs for materials, MRO, and capital purchases.
• Code transactions to correct GL accounts (expense accounts, accruals, prepaid, fixed assets).
• Ensure proper cutoff for month-end close.
• Support internal control compliance by following AP processes, approvals, and documentation retention.
• Assist with weekly payment runs (check, ACH, wire) for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with external and internal audits, providing AP documentation and control testing support.
• Contribute to process improvements, including automation and reporting.

Skills

General ledger knowledge

3-way match

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

AP experience in manufacturing

High School diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Windows

Excel

AS400

Job description

Responsibilities

Strattec (NASDAQ: STRT) is a global automotive access company that designs and delivers safe, secure, and highly engineered access solutions for the automotive and mobility industries.

Built on generations of access and security engineering expertise, Strattec partners closely with leading automotive OEMs to create differentiated, system-level access experiences for drivers and passengers around the world. Our innovative portfolio spans the entire vehicle access journey:

• Permission: Secure vehicle entry through advanced mechanical and electronic access systems.
• Motion: Reliable, poweredaccess solutions that enhance convenience and everyday usability.
• Hold: Precision-engineered latching systems that deliver strength, safety, durability, and performance trusted by global OEMs.

As vehicle access becomes increasingly intelligent, connected, and central to the overall driving experience, Strattec continues to expand its market presence, diversify its customer base, and grow its global reach. Our vision is to be the world's most trusted access solutions partner, delivering long-term value across the automotive and mobility markets.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Strattec operates facilities throughout the United States, including locations in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Auburn Hills, Michigan; and El Paso, Texas. Internationally, we maintain manufacturing, engineering, and commercial operations in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, and León, Guanajuato, Mexico, as well as engineering and commercial operations in South Korea.

Our global footprint combines world-class engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and responsive customer support to help shape the future of vehicle access and security.

Guided by our culture pillars of Think New, Do Together, and Own It, we empower associates to innovate, collaborate, and take ownership to make a meaningful impact every day.

Join Strattec and help engineer the access experience for the next generation of mobility.

Summary

The Accounts Payable Associate is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable transactions within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role performs invoice entry, purchase order and receipt matching, payment processing, account reconciliations, and resolution of routine invoice discrepancies across multiple systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage a high volume of transactions while maintaining accuracy and following established processes and internal controls. Strong communication, systems proficiency, and follow-through are important for effectively working with suppliers and internal teams.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Match and process high-volume invoices, with a focus on 3-way matching against POs and receiving documents related to raw materials, MRO, and capital purchases ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Actively participate in invoice processing with a strong focus on coding transactions to the correct general ledger accounts (e.g., expense accounts, accruals, prepaid, fixed assets)
• Ensure proper cutoff for month-end close.
• Support internal control compliance by following process and procedures over AP processing, approvals, and documentation retention.
• Assist with weekly payment runs (check, ACH, wire) and ensure payment accuracy and completeness
• Assist with external and internal audits, providing support for AP-related documentation, walkthroughs, and control testing.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, including automation, reporting, and policy updates, while maintaining a control-conscious mindset

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Strong working knowledge of general ledger structure, accounting concepts and how AP activity flows through financial statements.
• Solid understanding of 3-way match, purchasing cycles, and inventory-related invoice processing associated within a publicly held manufacturing business.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work accurately under tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally across departments.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

3+ years of full-cycle AP experience in a manufacturing company environment.

High School diploma or GED required. Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

Must possess strong PC skills (Windows, Excel, AS400, etc.) and the ability to learn new systems and processes.