Accounts Payable Clerk III

Summary:   The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for supporting daily Accounts Payable processes for domestic operations and corporate departments in a shared services environment.

 

Accountabilities:


* Daily processing of vendor invoices, GL coding, data validation via three way match and posting to sub-ledgers


* Process invoices in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOP’s)


* Ensure proper authorizations are obtained


* Validate invoices for accuracy


* Achieve established shared service key performance indicators (KPI’s)


* Analyze and work with various departments to research and resolve problem invoices timely


* Maintain professional customer service standards (both internal and external)

 

Competencies:


* Functional / Technical Skills: Strong end to end AP cycle understanding and AP processing.  Basic Microsoft Office skills required.


* Problem Solving & Analysis: Strong analytical and problem solving skills


* Action Orientation: Highly driven to achieve KPI’s established for the shared service function


* Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate


* Communication: Strong written and verbal communications

 

Requirements:

 

Skills:                  


* Proficient and knowledgeable in all areas of payables processing


* Ability to identify and research discrepancies timely


* Maintain an above average level of accuracy and completeness in reporting


* Maintain organizational confidentiality


* Cope with high levels of daily processing and problem resolution


* Ability to access and learn various financial reporting systems

 

Qualifications:


*  High School Diploma or GED required,


* Associates Degree or higher a plus               


* 5 + years of progressive experience


* Experience in a shared service center a plus