Description
Responsible For:- Pro-actively researching and implementing process improvements in the department
- Assist vendor master data with setting up new vendors and fixing remittance address issues
- Oversee all functions of the AP Inquiry Lines.
- Process payments to vendors through the use of Electronic Funds Transfers, Wire Payments, and daily check run
- Respond to vendor and site inquiries regarding status of invoices via email, fax, and phone calls
- Streamline processes for responding to vendors, customers, and sites (faxes, phone lines, delegated AP printer)
- Research payment information and vendor payment history through the use of the SAP system and Lotus Notes.
- Assist the Accounts Payable department in the processing of invoices by means of sorting invoices by their particular purchase orders, delivering check requests, and researching payment holds regarding freight terms and tax terms.
- Conduct monthly team meetings to discuss problem vendors, workload issues, and work delegation in the event of lost time, vacation, etc.
Requirements/Skills:
- Associates Degree mandatory
- Bachelors Degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics preferred.
- Minimum of five years of Accounts Payable experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to details and a process orientation
- Strong computer skills - Microsoft Office, SAP, Lotus Notes Team Player
- Resourceful, proactive, and able to work independently
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in an often dynamic environment .