Associate-A/P

Westlake Chemical; Houston (TX); On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical is seeking an AP specialist to ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and maintain DOA coding consistency within a high-volume environment.

You will set up accrual listings, reconcile statements, manage vendor inquiries, and support month-end activities while upholding safety and SOX controls. Strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and experience with JD Edwards are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years AP experience in a high-volume environment.
• Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Accounting.
• Experience with large ERP JD Edwards preferred.
• Knowledge of intermediate to advanced accounting principles.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills along with strong analytical problem solving.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel, word, outlook and various Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multitask.
• Experience with OCR and workflow preferred

Responsibilities

• Set up accrual listing for various business units during month-end reporting.
• Follow SOX compliance with accuracy, control, and efficiency.
• Review invoices to ensure approvals are compliant with DOA Coding of non-PO invoices.
• Coding variance for 2 and 3 way invoices to purchase orders.
• Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries regarding discrepancies.
• Ensure supplier master records are accurate with change of address or payment terms.
• Perform reconciliation of supplier statements.
• Prepare accrual listing for Business Units.
• Weekly EDI upload as required.
• Liaise with internal and external suppliers/customers.
• Maintain level of quality consistent with established standards.
• Comply with established safety rules.
• Comply with company policy and procedures.
• Maintain constructive working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and managers.
• Maintain regular attendance in accordance with company policy.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

AP experience

JD Edwards

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Accounting

Tools

OCR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

SUMMARY To ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier’s invoices, manage discrepancies between invoices and system purchase orders.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up accrual listing for various business units during month-end reporting.
• Follow SOX compliance with accuracy, control, and efficiency.
• Review invoices to ensure approvals are compliant with DOA Coding of non-PO invoices.
• Coding variance for 2 and 3 way invoices to purchase orders.
• Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries regarding discrepancies.
• Ensure supplier master records are accurate with change of address or payment terms.
• Perform reconciliation of supplier statements.
• Prepare accrual listing for Business Units.
• Weekly EDI upload as required.
• Liaise with internal and external suppliers/customers.
• Maintain level of quality consistent with established standards.
• Comply with established safety rules.
• Comply with company policy and procedures.
• Maintain constructive working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and managers.
• Maintain regular attendance in accordance with company policy.
• Other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-3 years AP experience in a high-volume environment.
• Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Accounting.
• Experience with large ERP JD Edwards preferred.
• Knowledge of intermediate to advanced accounting principles.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills along with strong analytical problem solving.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel, word, outlook and various Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multitask.
• Experience with OCR and workflow preferred

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions - from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®. To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com