Accounts Payable Specialist — Automation & Accuracy

National-Material-L.p.-1; North Township (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

National Material L.P. is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to support invoice processing, matching, and reconciliation within our finance team. The role involves inputting invoices, maintaining vendor records, and assisting with audits and reporting.

The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years in accounts payable, a high school diploma or GED, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems (AX/D365). Teamwork and accuracy are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework a plus.
• 1–3 years of accounts payable experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams) and ERP systems (AX/D365).
• Ability to research and resolve AP invoice issues and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Match invoices to PO’s and input invoices for steel purchases and plant expenses.
• Maintain electronic filing system of vendor invoices and respond to vendor inquiries.
• Reconcile AP subledger to general ledger and assist with audits and reporting.
• Support automation initiatives and assist AP Manager with ad-hoc tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Deadline oriented

Problem solving

Process improvement

Education

High school diploma / GED

Some college courses a plus

Tools

Microsoft AX / D365

Outlook

Excel

Word

Teams

Job description

Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Summary

National Material L.P. (NMLP) was established in 1964 and is considered a leader in metalssales, processing and supply-chain management solutions. Servicing the needs of the steel and rolled aluminum industry, NMLP supports prominent industrial and consumer product manufacturers across a wide variety of industries. National Material Processing (NMP) is the toll processing company operating under NMLP. For further information, please see the Company’s website, www.nationalmaterial.com.

The Accounts Payable Clerk will be responsible for AP functions relating to purchases for National Material companies.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Match invoices for steel purchases and plant expenses to PO’s
• Input invoices for steel purchases and plant expenses
• Input invoices relating to outside processor services
• Maintain electronic filing system of vendor invoices
• Answer vendor inquiries
• Conduct research on outstanding PO’s and facilitate cleanup
• Reconcile AP subledger to general ledger
• Provide support for audits and financial reporting
• Assist with automation initiatives
• Assist Accounts Payable Manager with other ad-hoc requests, recurring tasks, or projects

Education and Experience:
• 1-3 years of experience in accounts payable preferred
• A minimum of high school diploma, GED, or equivalent required. Some college courses a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Proficient in Microsoft programs such as Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams
• Experience utilizing ERP systems (Microsoft AX / D365 a plus)
• Demonstrated ability to research and resolve AP invoice issues
• Seeks continuous process improvement initiatives
• Attentive to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Must have solid communication skills and use good judgment
• Meets deadlines
• Works well in a team environment

National Material L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO-M/F/D/V and encourages Diverse Candidates to Apply