Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

PNC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PNC seeks an Accounts Payable Senior based in Pittsburgh to lead complex bill payments, manage vendor master data, and minimize payment errors. You will review invoices, resolve duplicates, and process wires, while ensuring compliance with controls and corporate procedures.

The role sits within PNC's Supply Chain Management organization, collaborating with finance and accounting to optimize payables processing and risk management. In-office role with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• University/college degree required with < 1 year of professional experience.
• In lieu of a degree, equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Review invoices for appropriate documentation prior to payment.
• Manage the vendor master which houses over 18,000 suppliers.
• Perform stop payments/voiding, reissuing payments/ACH payment returns
• Review and decide potential duplicate payments
• Process wire payments as needed
• Consults with the finance and accounting department with payment and tracking of more complex bills and reconciling conflicts.
• Paying bills and invoices in accordance with established methods and procedures while safeguarding against overpayment, unauthorized payments and expense abuse.
• Maintaining accurate records of all Accounts Payable transactions, acts as administrator of corporate programs and assists managers as needed.
• Identifies and analyzes root cause analysis and repetitive invoice issues and makes recommendations on resolution.
• Following proper procedures and taking direction from senior staff; developing technical skills.

Skills

Balance Sheets

Decision Making

Finance

Financial Reporting

GAAP

Management Reporting

Tax Analysis

Effective Communications

Interpersonal Relationships

Accounting System Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Overview

R237660

Job Profile

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an Accounts Payable Specialist Senior within PNC's Supply Chain Management organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA.

Key Responsibilities

• Review invoices for appropriate documentation prior to payment.
• Manage the vendor master which houses over 18,000 suppliers.
• Perform stop payments/voiding, reissuing payments/ach payment returns
• Review and decision potential duplicate payments
• Process wire payments as needed

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Consults with the finance and accounting department with payment and tracking of more complex bills and reconciling conflicts.
• Paying bills and invoices in accordance with established methods and procedures while safeguarding against overpayment, unauthorized payments and expense abuse.
• Maintaining accurate records of all Accounts Payable transactions, acts as administrator of corporate programs and assists managers as needed.
• Identifies and analyzes root cause analysis and repetetive invoice issues and makes recommendations on resolution.
• Following proper procedures and taking direction from senior staff; developing technical skills.

PNC Employees Expectations

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Balance Sheets, Decision Making, Finance, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Management Reporting, Tax Analysis

Competencies

• Accounts Payable (A-P)
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Business Math
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking
• Effective Communications
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Knowledge of a Specific Financial or Accounting System
• Operational Functions
• Problem Solving

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree with < 1 year of professional experience and/or successful completion of a formal development program. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Benefits

• medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature)
• dental and vision options
• employee and spouse/child life insurance
• short and long-term disability protection
• 401(k) with PNC match
• pension and stock purchase plans
• dependent care reimbursement account
• back-up child/elder care
• adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
• educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
• a robust wellness program with financial incentives

Paid Time Off

• maternity and/or parental leave
• up to 11 paid holidays each year
• 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law
• between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level
• years of service

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at [e-mail]. Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

California Residents

Refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice to gain understanding of how PNC may use or disclose your personal information in our hiring practices.