Accounts Payable Associate

Zurn Elkay (Elkay Manufacturing); Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Health Savings Account

Paid vacation

Holidays

Bonus eligibility

Educational reimbursement

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is seeking an Accounts Payable Associate to join our fast-paced finance team in Milwaukee. The role focuses on timely invoice processing, 3-way matching in ERP, and responding to vendor inquiries while ensuring accurate AP records.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year AP experience, strong Excel/Office skills, and excellent analytical and communication abilities. This on-site position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in Accounts Payable.
• Organized, able to multi-task, and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and input vendor invoices timely and accurately.
• Perform 3-way match in ERP system and communicate issues to respective buyer.
• Answer inquiries about payments and invoices from vendors.
• Monitor purchase orders received not invoiced, requesting invoices from vendors as needed.
• Follow current authorization matrix to obtain proper approvals for non-PO purchases prior to invoice posting.
• Utilize appropriate judgment in discerning current accounts payable procedures to assess and review inefficiencies of current procedure.
• Maintain Accounts Payable records and provide audit support.
• Maintain and assist with month-end Accounts Payable accruals.
• Familiar with self-assessing use tax involving various states.
• Review and assist with unclaimed property.
• Process and track P-Card (Accounts Payable credit card) transactions and payments.

Skills

Organized

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Accounts Payable Associate

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We're a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America's Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today's leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you'll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

The Accounts Payable Associate works in a fast-paced environment with a highly functional team in Zurn Elkay's accounts payables department. This position works directly with the respective buyer to resolve issues, errors, and concerns that may arise. This position is also responsible for timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices.

• Process and input vendor invoices timely and accurately
• Perform 3-way match in ERP system and communicate issues to respective buyer
• Answer inquiries about payments and invoices from vendors
• Monitor purchase orders received not invoiced, requesting invoices from vendors as needed
• Follow current authorization matrix to obtain proper approvals for non-PO purchases prior to invoice posting
• Utilize appropriate judgment in discerning current accounts payable procedures to assess and review inefficiencies of current procedure
• Maintain Accounts Payable records and provide audit support
• Maintain and assist with month-end Accounts Payable accruals
• Familiar with self-assessing use tax involving various states
• Review and assist with unclaimed property
• Process and track P-Card (Accounts Payable credit card) transactions and payments

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred
• 1+ years of experience in Accounts Payable
• Organized, able to multi-task, and meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan - purchase company stock at a discount!

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran