Accounts Payable Specialist

ELANTAS North America, LLC; Tamaqua (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ELANTAS North America, LLC is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support invoice processing, vendor records, and timely payments in a fast-paced environment.

You will review invoices, match to POs, maintain vendor data, respond to inquiries, and assist audits, collaborating with purchasing and receiving.

Qualifications include an associate degree in accounting or related field, 1-3 years' AP experience, SAP or ERP familiarity, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Invoice processing and vendor coding accuracy required.
• Familiar with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Experience with automated workflow and document management.
• Strong Excel and MS Office proficiency.
• Attention to detail and accuracy essential.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and coding.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Maintain accurate vendor master data and supporting documentation.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding items.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, and internal controls.
• Support annual audits by preparing requested documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with purchasing, receiving, and other departments to resolve invoice-related issues.
• Act as backup to the Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist for processing payment runs.
• Generate and analyze accounts payable reports as requested.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Workflow automation tools

Document management systems

Excel

Job description

Your responsibilities

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for supporting the organization's accounts payable function by accurately processing invoices, maintaining vendor records, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely payments. This position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while adhering to company policies and internal controls.

Essential Functions

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and coding.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Maintain accurate vendor master data and supporting documentation.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding items.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, and internal controls.
• Support annual audits by preparing requested documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with purchasing, receiving, and other departments to resolve invoice-related issues.
• Act as backup to the Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist for processing payment runs.
• Generate and analyze accounts payable reports as requested.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency.

Your profile

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of accounts payable, accounting, or related financial experience.
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Experience with automated workflow and document management systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting of files or office materials up to 20 pounds.

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