Accounts Payable Processor

Bakelite Synthetics; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bakelite, based in Atlanta, GA, is seeking an Accounts Payable Processor to help keep our financial operations accurate and timely. You will post and review vendor invoices, ensure compliance with POs and data integrity, and support swift payments within the SAP system.

The role requires 2+ years in AP, familiarity with SAP, strong Excel skills, and a working knowledge of U.S. tax basics. You will collaborate with Treasury, Procurement, and internal teams to resolve issues and improve processes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or similar finance/accounting role.
• Experience with SAP or a similar ERP system.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Working knowledge of U.S. tax basics.

Responsibilities

• Process and post invoices accurately and in a timely manner within SAP.
• Review invoices for compliance with company policies, purchase orders, and vendor master data.
• Ensure appropriate approvals per Delegation of Authority.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Treasury, Procurement, and internal stakeholders to ensure invoice readiness.
• Reconcile vendor statements and open items within the SAP AP ledger.
• Identify trends or issues and partner with the team to improve processes and documentation.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

US tax basics

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Posted Monday, August 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM

At Bakelite, you’ll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today.

We’re Everywhere. Everywhere you look, you’ll find products enabled by Bakelite, from stronger homes to safer automobiles and everywhere in between. With more than 100 years of history and strong customer relationships, we boldly engineer sustainable products to tackle our world’s most challenging demands.

Join Our Team and Help Us Build a Stronger, Safer, Better World.

It’s Better with Bakelite.

Accounts Payable Processor: The Impact You’ll Have On The Organization and World

• You’ll play a key role in keeping our business moving, by ensuring the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices—supporting strong vendor relationships, reliable financial data, and smooth day-to-day operations.
• You will Manage end-to-end invoice processing with a high degree of accuracy and accountability.
• You’ll ensure timely payments and clean financial data that support effective decision-making.
• You will identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce cycle times, and improve efficiency.
• You will partner with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve issues quickly and professionally.

It's Better with Bakelite: Our Commitment Back to You

• You’ll Help Shape Our Future. As a Bakelite associate, you’re part of a diverse, global population creating the next generation of the company and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it.
• We Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don’t just climb the career ladder – you pave your personal path through continued learning and development.
• Together, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we are focusing on the opportunities that both grow our profitability as a company, and improve and protect the planet.
• Safety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we are able to show up tomorrow – for our families and friends, for each other and for our communities.
• We Care. Plain and simple, we care about our associates. From the top on down, we place a high value on our culture and the associate experience. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and support our associates every step of their career.

What Does a Typical Day Look Like?

• Process and post invoices accurately and in a timely manner within SAP.
• Review invoices for compliance with company policies, purchase orders, and vendor master data.
• Ensure appropriate approvals per Delegation of Authority.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Treasury, Procurement, and internal stakeholders to ensure invoice readiness.
• Reconcile vendor statements and open items within the SAP AP ledger.
• Identify trends or issues and partner with the team to improve processes and documentation.

What is Needed to be Successful in this Role (Required Skills/Abilities):

• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or similar finance/accounting role.
• Experience with SAP or a similar ERP system.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Working knowledge of U.S. tax basics.

We are an Equal Opportunity, Affinite Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.

In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years or age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.This company participates in E-Verify. For additional details, .