Accounts Payable Specialist

Graybar Management Services LLC; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation & Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Graybar is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to safeguard company assets by ensuring accurate and timely review, audit, and payment of vendor invoices and employee reimbursements. The role handles high volumes and requires strong communication with suppliers and internal departments.

The position offers 7:00am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday in Chesterfield, MO, with benefits including a stock ownership plan and comprehensive health options.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Accounts Payable experience
• 4-year degree preferred in Accounting/Finance/Economics/Marketing/Business Administration
• Experience with SAP and intermediate Excel skills
• Understanding of debits and credits related to AP
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to handle confidential information and communicate clearly

Responsibilities

• Handle high volume supplier and internal inquiries regarding invoices and payments.
• Monitor AP email queues and respond/escalate as needed.
• Determine vendor numbers, payment dates and cash discount terms for invoices.
• Identify and reconcile variances between PO and vendor invoice.
• Assist suppliers with payment portals and questions.
• Address debit balance issues to impact profitability.
• Review invoices with complex cost allocations and handle manual payments.
• Audit expenses for state tax charges and accrue when needed.

Skills

Accounts Payable

SAP

Excel

Debits & Credits

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics/Marketing/Business Administration

Job description

Make a difference.As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will safeguard Company assets by following proper accounting procedures to ensure accurate and timely review, audit and payment of vendor invoices and employee reimbursements, and act as liaison in managing the Company’s relationship with its suppliers by providing excellent customer service.In this role you will:Handle high volume of electronic and verbal communications with suppliers and internal departments regarding invoice payment inquiries, discrepancy disputes, cash discount terms, and other matters, in a timely and professional manner.Monitor a variety of Accounts Payable email queues; research, respond and/or escalate as needed.Determine correct vendor numbers, payment dates, and cash discount rates and amounts for supplier invoices presented via workflow for research and resolution. Identify and reconcile any variances between the purchase order and supplier invoice.Assist suppliers with payment portal setup and questions.Impact profitability by resolving debit balance issues with suppliers.Review and process supplier invoices requiring complex cost allocations and process a variety of manual payment requests (i.e., down payments to suppliers).Audit expenses for state tax charges and accrue as needed.Identify improvement opportunities and assist in implementing improvements.What you bring to the table:Minimum 1 year of experience in Accounts Payable4 year degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Marketing or Business Administration preferredExperience with SAP; intermediate Excel skillsUnderstanding of debits and credits as related to Accounts PayableInterpersonal skills with the ability to work independently or as a member of a teamStrong organizational skills with the ability to multitask to effectively prioritize and manage workflowAbility to deal with confidential information, including internal and external data and communicationsStrong multitasker; able to perform effectively under conditions of fluctuating workload and meet deadlinesAbility to assess a problem and promptly resolve it or escalate as neededAble to clearly and concisely communicate via phone, email and in personShift and Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00am to 4:00pm.Compensation Details: The expected starting rate of pay for this position is $22.00 per hour, depending on experience.The Value of Graybar:At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.Why should you join Graybar?At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.Apply now and find out what’s next for you.Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/DisabledNot the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!