Accounts Payable Specialist - Milwaukee, WI

Standard Electric Supply; Milwaukee, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days

Paid Holidays

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Match and Profit Sharing

Paid Wedding Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Family Oriented Culture

Job summary

Standard Electric Supply is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Milwaukee, WI. The role focuses on accurate, timely processing of customer payments, resolving invoice discrepancies, and maintaining up-to-date records to support smooth cash flow.

The position emphasizes strong communication with customers and suppliers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of experience in accounting or a related field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Process and enter supplier invoices accurately and efficiently while maintaining organized financial records.
• Reconcile invoices with purchase orders to ensure accurate billing and payment processing.
• Research and resolve invoice, payment, and supplier account discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Process supplier payments and employee expense reimbursements in accordance with company policies.
• Support month-end Accounts Payable activities, including reconciliations and closing procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service to customers, suppliers, and internal teams while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Accounting experience

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

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Accounts Payable Specialist

Full Time Milwaukee, WI, US

15 days ago Requisition ID: 1608

Salary Range: $25.00 To $26.00 Hourly

Standard Electric Supply Co. is a family-owned company that is celebrating 106 years of service. We are a wholesale distributor of electrical and automation supplies. We have 16 locations across Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana. If you are dedicated to providing superior customer service and enjoy working with a quality-driven organization, we want you to join our team!

About the Role:

The Accounts Payable Specialist is essential to supporting the financial operations of Standard Electric Supply Co. by ensuring accurate and timely processing of customer payments. This role involves communication with customers to resolve discrepancies such as past due invoices and other billing variances. The specialist will research and resolve questions related to invoicing and transactions, maintain organized and up-to-date customer records, and ensure the accurate processing and deposit of remittances. By providing excellent service to both customers and suppliers, this position plays a key role in maintaining strong business relationships and supporting efficient cash flow for the company.

The pay range for this position is $25 to $26 hourly. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as physical work location within the state.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of experience in accounting or a related field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in accounting, Business, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable.
• Familiarity with ERP or accounting systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous process improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Process and enter supplier invoices accurately and efficiently while maintaining organized financial records.
• Reconcile invoices with purchase orders to ensure accurate billing and payment processing.
• Research and resolve invoice, payment, and supplier account discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Process supplier payments and employee expense reimbursements in accordance with company policies.
• Support month-end Accounts Payable activities, including reconciliations and closing procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service to customers, suppliers, and internal teams while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Why Join Standard Electric?

• Family-owned company with 106 years of success.
• Employee-focused culture and team environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Business Hours 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days
• Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Match and Profit Sharing
• Paid Wedding Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Family Oriented Culture

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.