Accounts Payable Specialist

Description:

Description
Accounts Payable Specialist
CentroMotion | Corporate
Pewaukee, WI

Welcome to CentroMotion, a global leader in manufacturing friction products, information and control devices, mechanical power transmission products, and thermal and motion controls. Our solutions are used in transportation, agriculture, construction, mining and industrial environments, and are designed to meet the unique needs of OEMs and aftermarket networks.

At CentroMotion, we pride ourselves on deep subject matter expertise, long-term partnerships, and a drive for innovation and continuous improvement to help our customers achieve their goals. Our brands, including Carlisle Brake & Friction, CrossControl, Elliott Mfg., Gits Mfg., maximatecc, Power-Packer and Weasler Engineering, are recognized for their quality and reliability.

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to helping build, move and feed the world.

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for effective and efficient processing of vendor invoices and payment of cash disbursements. This role is part of the finance shared services team, providing accounts payable support for domestic business units. This individual must have strong IT systems knowledge due to the use of invoice automation software (Basware) and to support invoice processing on multiple ERP systems. The accounts payable associate is also responsible for supporting relationships with vendors and communicating with buyers/planners as well as other members of the finance team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
· Enter invoices to be paid in accordance with business unit policy and approval matrix, including keying and matching to purchase orders
· Process timely and accurate payments in accordance with the AP payment schedule
· Analyze differences between purchase orders and invoices to resolve discrepancies
· Work with vendors, buyers, and respective business unit personnel to resolve problem invoices
· Create and generate reports in Microsoft Excel and accounts payable software applications
· Provide timely and accurate responses to inquiries from vendors and internal customers
· Reconcile vendor statements
· Adhere to accounts payable best practices, service level agreement and internal controls
· Document and update AP policies and procedures as necessary
· Provide Continuous Process Improvements in AP Process Flow
· Performs other duties assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associates Degree or higher preferred
Experience and/or Training:
· 3+ years’ experience of accounts payable processing experience
· Prior experience with various ERP systems
· Basware experience or experience with Invoice Automation a plus
· Experience in a manufacturing environment with 2 and 3-way purchase order matching in the software system
· Demonstrates ability to independently analyze problems, opportunities and circumstances and their potential impact on the Business and make effective recommendations/decisions
· Demonstrates the capability to listen and communicate orally and in writing to a wide spectrum of team members and businesses supported
· Ability to work and solve problems independently and perform under pressure.
· Ability to multi-task and willingness to learn new skills.
· Strong skills in problem solving, and attention to detail
· Effectively interact with people at all levels of responsibility
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team
· Basic understanding of accounting functions including GL coding
· Knowledge of commonly used accounts payable concepts, practices, and procedures.
Licenses/Certificates:
Technology/Equipment: Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications

What We Offer:
· Comprehensive Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage for positions of 30+ hours/week.
· Health Savings Account: Benefit from annual employer contributions to your HSA.
· Company-Provided Insurance: We offer life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short-term disability insurance.
· Voluntary Insurance Options: Choose additional coverage for yourself, your spouse, and your children, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and long-term disability insurance.
· 401(k) Plan: Take advantage of our 401(k) with matching contributions, fully vested from day one.
· Educational Support: Access tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities to further your education.
· Lifestyle Reimbursement: Receive a $150 Amazon gift card upon completion of your annual physical.
· Wellness Program: Participate in health coaching, monthly webinars, quarterly challenges, and earn gift card incentives for participation and earning points.
· Safe Work Environment: Work in a clean and safe environment.
· Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 14 paid holidays, including a holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s, plus paid vacation available from day one.
· Paid Parental Leave: Take advantage of paid parental leave to support your family.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity
We value people as individuals with different backgrounds and believe that having a variety of perspectives is essential to drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve success. We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel safe to share their ideas and concerns without fear of negative consequences. By valuing differences, we create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives to our collective success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Notification to Agencies: CentroMotion and its affiliated companies (Carlisle Brake & Friction, CrossControl, Elliott Mfg., Gits Mfg., maximatecc, Power-Packer, and Weasler Engineering) do not accept resume submissions from agencies outside of existing agreements. Please do not send resumes to CentroMotion employees. CentroMotion is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resume submissions.

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