Specialist, Discrepancy

Southwire Company, LLC; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Par,

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Long & Short-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Advancement & Professional Growth

Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC is seeking a finance-focused professional to identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies across financial records and reporting systems. You will work cross-functionally with internal teams and external customers to determine root causes and document resolutions, contributing to data integrity and process improvements.

The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and timely communication with stakeholders, supporting compliant financial processes and audits.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: high school diploma.
• 2–4 years of experience in finance or accounting.
• Experience with discrepancy investigation and root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Observes discrepancies in financial records and identifies potential issues within transactions or reporting systems that may require further investigation.
• Contacts internal teams and external customers to clarify discrepancies and request necessary documentation, ensuring that all issues are addressed in a timely manner.
• Operates within established procedures to investigate and resolve discrepancies in billing and payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Defines discrepancies by reviewing relevant documents, data, and systems to identify the root causes of issues and develop actionable solutions.
• Organizes and compiles information related to discrepancies for reporting and follow-up, ensuring that all data is complete and up-to-date.
• Determines appropriate actions to resolve discrepancies, including recommending adjustments or corrections to ensure accurate financial records and payments.
• Performs detailed audits of transactions to identify patterns or recurring issues and assists in suggesting improvements to prevent future discrepancies.
• Documents the resolution of discrepancies and tracks any corrective actions taken, ensuring proper documentation for compliance and audit purposes.
• Handles communication with stakeholders (e.g., finance, operations, vendors) regarding discrepancies, providing clear explanations and recommendations for resolution.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Bookkeeping

Analytical skills

Reporting

Purchasing

Telephone skills

Customer focus

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

QuickBooks

Accounting Software

Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible?

Job Summary

Responsible for identifying, investigating, and resolving discrepancies within financial records, transactions, and reporting systems to ensure accuracy, compliance, and data integrity. This position partners cross-functionally with internal teams and external customers to analyze discrepancies, determine root causes, recommend corrective actions, and document resolutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining accurate financial records, improving processes, and preventing recurring issues through detailed analysis and continuous improvement efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Observes discrepancies in financial records and identifies potential issues within transactions or reporting systems that may require further investigation.
• Contacts internal teams and external customers to clarify discrepancies and request necessary documentation, ensuring that all issues are addressed in a timely manner.
• Operates within established procedures to investigate and resolve discrepancies in billing and payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Defines discrepancies by reviewing relevant documents, data, and systems to identify the root causes of issues and develop actionable solutions.
• Organizes and compiles information related to discrepancies for reporting and follow-up, ensuring that all data is complete and up-to-date.
• Determines appropriate actions to resolve discrepancies, including recommending adjustments or corrections to ensure accurate financial records and payments.
• Performs detailed audits of transactions to identify patterns or recurring issues and assists in suggesting improvements to prevent future discrepancies.
• Documents the resolution of discrepancies and tracks any corrective actions taken, ensuring proper documentation for compliance and audit purposes.
• Handles communication with stakeholders (e.g., finance, operations, vendors) regarding discrepancies, providing clear explanations and recommendations for resolution.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: High School Diploma

Years of Experience: 2-4 years

Preferred Education & Experience

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Moving: 5%

Standing: 5%

Sitting: 90%

Working Conditions

Office

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Competencies

• Action OrientedPlans and AlignsCustomer FocusBalances StakeholdersCollaboratesNimble LearningSkillsCollectionsData EntryBookkeepingQuickBooks (Accounting Software)PurchasingAnalytical SkillsPositivityAccounting RecordsTelephone SkillsReport Writing

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.