Accounts Payable Expert

Stryker Corporation; Urbandale (IA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

MidAmerican Energy Company in Des Moines, IA seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to serve as a subject matter expert, ensuring accurate, timely processing of invoices and payments across business units.

You will resolve complex issues, maintain supplier data, support system testing and improvements, and provide training while upholding controls and customer service. This role collaborates with IT, procurement, and finance teams in a fast-paced utility environment.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of accounts payable, accounting, finance, or related business experience.
• Proficiency with computerized financial systems and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact with suppliers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert for accounts payable processes, systems, policies, and procedures, providing guidance and support to internal and external stakeholders.
• Research, analyze, and resolve complex invoice, payment, supplier, and policy-related issues while ensuring timely and accurate resolution.
• Support the integrity and maintenance of supplier master data, including supplier setup, updates, and ongoing governance activities.
• Collaborate with business partners, IT teams, and system support groups to test, validate, and implement ERP system enhancements and process improvements.
• Participate in system testing activities by documenting business requirements and validating results.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform month-end and year-end accounts payable activities, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Analyze AP data to identify discrepancies and support continuous improvement.
• Provide training to team members on AP processes and best practices.
• Establish strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and leverage technology.
• Perform additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Organization

Analytical thinking

ERP knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Job description

MidAmerican Energy Company in Des Moines, IA seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to serve as a subject matter expert, ensuring accurate, timely processing of invoices and payments across business units.

You will resolve complex issues, maintain supplier data, support system testing and improvements, and provide training while upholding controls and customer service. This role collaborates with IT, procurement, and finance teams in a fast-paced utility environment.