Accounts Payable Specialist

Kaiser Aluminum; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Aluminum is seeking an Accounts Payable Associate to join our on-site team in Franklin, Tennessee. The role involves processing high-volume invoices, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining vendor relationships with a focus on accuracy and customer service.

Requirements include 2–4 years in accounts payable, a degree in accounting or related field, manufacturing experience preferred, and strong Excel skills; Oracle EBS experience and process automation familiarity are valued.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in accounts payable
• Associate or Bachelor degree in accounting or related discipline
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong Excel skills
• Oracle EBS experience preferred
• Experience with process automation
• Strong written, verbal and analytical skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and due dates

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume invoices (non-PO, B2B, 2-way and 3-way PO related)
• Resolve discrepancies and perform statement reconciliation
• Review month-end accruals and journal entries as needed
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service
• Establish and maintain vendor relationships; assist with supplier updates to electronic delivery or ACH payments

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Deadline-oriented

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in accounting or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Oracle EBS

Job description

Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for a Accounts Payable Associate to join the Kaiser Aluminum onsite team at our corporate offices in Franklin Tennessee.

Accounts Payable Associates are responsible for processing high volume invoices. Other tasks include problem resolution for invoices with discrepancies, statement reconciliation/received but not invoiced report review, month end accruals and journal entries as needed. Providing excellent customer service to our internal and external customers.

What you will work on:

• Review and validation of invoices that are non-PO, B2B, 2-way and 3-way PO related with accuracy and compliance with process and procedures.
• Invoices with discrepancies are addressed, followed up and resolved within a timely manner.
• Statement reconciliation and review identifying all invoices listed have been processed or contacting supplier for additional information.
• Establish and maintain vendor relationships. Working with Purchasing, Plants and Accounts Payable Manager to resolve discrepancies with suppliers.
• New or update suppliers ensuring appropriate support is included.
• Audit employee expense reports in Concur for compliance with T&E or PCARD policy.
• Communication with suppliers to update suppliers from paper invoices to electronic delivery or from check to ACH electronic payments.
• Assist as needed with tasks related to the Team or at the Manager’s request.

Performance Measurements

• Based on established department Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Communication and coordination with internal and external customers.
• Management is appropriately informed of area activities.
• Compliance with established standards, policies and procedures.

What you will bring to the role:

• A minimum of two to four (2 to 4) years of experience in accounts payable preferred.
• Associate or Bachelor degree in accounting or other business-related discipline or equivalent experience strongly desired.
• Manufacturing experience is highly preferred.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Oracle EBS experience preferred.
• Experience in process automation required.
• Strong written, verbal and analytical skills.
• Ability to meet all deadlines and due dates.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

About Kaiser Aluminum:

Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.