Accounts Payable Specialist

Milwaukee-Tool; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness center

Food and coffee service

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool in Wisconsin seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to process supplier invoices and payments in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. You will collaborate with Procurement, Operations and Finance to resolve discrepancies and ensure timely payments.

The role requires attention to detail, ERP experience and strong communication to engage with suppliers. On-site workplace in Menomonee Falls offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for continuous improvement within

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Accounts Payable or related experience in a high-volume environment.
• Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel (intermediate or higher).
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Analytical problem-solving and issue resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of invoices with accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform PO matching and validate invoice details, coding and approvals.
• Investigate and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies across systems.
• Communicate with suppliers to address billing issues and payment status.
• Reconcile supplier statements and support month-end close activities.

Skills

AP experience

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Education

Associate degree in accounting or finance

Tools

ERP software

Excel

Job description

Job Description:The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for accurately and timely processing supplier invoices and payments in support of assigned business units. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders, including cross-functional teams and business leaders, and, when applicable, interfaces with suppliers to resolve invoices, payment, and account discrepancies.You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:Process high volumes of invoices with accuracy and timeliness.Perform purchase order matching and validate invoice details, coding, and approvals.Investigate and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies across internal systems and supplier accounts.Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., Procurement, Operations, Finance) and business leaders to resolve invoicing issues and drive timely resolutionCommunicate directly with suppliers, as needed, to address billing issues, payment status, and account discrepanciesReconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate supplier account balances.Coordinate with Treasury on urgent or off-cycle payments.Maintain supplier master data, including onboarding and updates.Assist with month-end close activities, including reconciliations and accruals.Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and audit requirements.Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives within the procure-to-pay process.The TOOLS you’ll bring with you:High school diploma required; associate’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.2+ years of Accounts Payable or related experience in a high-volume environment.Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel (intermediate or higher).Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.Analytical problem-solving and issue resolution skills.Effective communication and ability to work cross-functionally and with external partners.Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.Ownership mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.We provide these great perks and benefits:Robust health, dental and vision insurance plansGenerous 401 (K) savings planEducation assistanceOn-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee serviceAnd many more, check out our benefits site HERE .Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.