Accounts Payable Specialist Standard Electric Supply Co

Wcacredit; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401K Match and Profit Sharing

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Job summary

Standard Electric Supply Co. is a family‑owned wholesale distributor of electrical and automation supplies with 106 years of service.

We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support financial operations by processing invoices, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accurate records to ensure smooth cash flow. The role includes reconciling invoices, handling supplier payments and employee reimbursements, and contributing to continuous process improvements.

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

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Analytical skills

Independent worker

Prioritization

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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.
• 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

Benefits

• 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 Parental Leave
• Paid Wedding Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Family Oriented Culture

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.