Accounts Payable Specialist

AGC Chemical Americas•Exton, PA

7d•$60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

AGC Chemicals Americas is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to process vendor invoices, manage payment schedules, and perform accounting functions in a highly computerized environment. The role supports compliance with company policies, internal controls, and the needs of internal and external stakeholders. The position processes invoices and payments, maintains accounts payable records, responds to inquiries, and supports reconciliations and month-end closing. It also provides backup assistance for customer billing and cash application. The position is based in an office environment and does not support immigration sponsorship.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
At least 5 years of prior accounts payable experience in a computerized accounting environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work independently and accurately, meet deadlines, investigate and resolve issues, and communicate effectively.
Professional interaction with management, supervisors, and colleagues.
Basic understanding of accounting principles.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in accounting or a related field.
Familiarity with Microsoft D365 ERP System and Doclink.
Experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment.

Responsibilities

Process vendor invoices in D365 promptly and accurately, following accounting policies and approval protocols.
Analyze freight costs and assign them to the correct purchase orders and product lines.
Maintain accurate accounts payable records, including vendor and customer master files.
Monitor and track payment schedules to AGC.
Respond to vendor and AGC employee inquiries regarding payables.
Process weekly employee expense reports.
Prepare and execute weekly payment runs using ACH, wire transfers, and checks.
Handle credit card payments.
Perform general ledger account reconciliations and assigned month-end closing tasks.
Provide backup support to the AR accounting specialist with customer billing and cash application.
Complete other assignments as directed by management.