Business Planning Specialist I

Spectrum; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum is seeking a detailed-minded Business Planning Specialist I to support daily AP operations, including invoicing, PO management, and vendor data maintenance. The role emphasizes accuracy and timely processing within a fast-paced financial environment.

You'll interact with internal teams and suppliers, using SAP S/4HANA, Ariba, and Excel to produce reports and drive cost control. This entry-level position offers growth within Spectrum's finance organization.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of accounting principles experience required.
• Associate’s degree in accounting or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute a high volume of vendor billing and data input to support daily operations.
• Process and review purchase orders throughout their lifecycle to ensure accurate spending.
• Manage vendor additions in the financial system and verify timely processing of invoices against approved purchase orders.
• Reconcile monthly vendor statements, resolving past due invoices to keep accounts current.
• Assist with monthly accrual and expense or capital reclassification processes.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for accounts payable inquiries within your assigned area.
• Utilize Microsoft Office products for accounts payable reporting and analysis while identifying opportunities to streamline payment processes and maximize efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Plan and prioritize

Professional communication

SAP S/4HANA

Ariba

Basic accounting procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in accounting

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Ariba

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Looking for a role where your attention to detail and reliability drives financial accuracy? As a Business Planning Specialist I at Spectrum, you will process invoices, interact with vendors and maintain precise expense control to ensure accounts remain in good standing. Your efforts will directly support our ongoing financial operations and contribute to the integrity of our vendor relationship.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Execute a high volume of vendor billing and data input to support daily operations
• Process and review purchase orders throughout their lifecycle to ensure accurate spending
• Manage vendor additions in the financial system and verify timely processing of invoices against approved purchase orders
• Reconcile monthly vendor statements, resolving past due invoices to keep accounts current
• Assist with monthly accrual and expense or capital reclassification processes
• Serve as a primary point of contact for accounts payable inquiries within your assigned area, responding to internal and external stakeholders professionally
• Utilize Microsoft Office products for accounts payable reporting and analysis while identifying opportunities to streamline payment processes and maximize efficiency

Working Conditions

• Office environment

What You’ll Bring to Spectrum

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

• 1 year of accounting principles experience

Skills

• Ability to work quickly and efficiently with high attention to detail
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to plan, prioritize and organize in a fast-paced environment
• Professional and clear communication with employees, customers and suppliers in various formats
• Knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA and Ariba
• Understanding of basic accounting procedures
• Proficient in personal computer operation and software applications including accounts payable systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Associate’s degree in accounting or related field

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Charter Communications provides superior communication and entertainment products for residential and business customers through the Spectrum brand. Our offerings include Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice. Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via Spectrum Networks and multiscreen advertising solutions via Spectrum Reach. When you join our team, you’ll be keeping our customers connected to what matters most in 41 states across the U.S. Watch this video to learn more.

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