Accounts Payable Specialist

Graybar•Chesterfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will safeguard Company assets by following proper accounting procedures to ensure accurate and timely review, audit and payment of vendor invoices and employee reimbursements, and act as liaison in managing the Company’s relationship with its suppliers by providing excellent customer service.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in Accounts Payable
Experience with SAP; intermediate Excel skills
Understanding of debits and credits as related to Accounts Payable
Interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently or as a member of a team
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask to effectively prioritize and manage workflow
Ability to deal with confidential information, including internal and external data and communications
Strong multitasker; able to perform effectively under conditions of fluctuating workload and meet deadlines
Ability to assess a problem and promptly resolve it or escalate as needed
Able to clearly and concisely communicate via phone, email and in person

Nice To Haves

4 year degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Marketing or Business Administration preferred

Responsibilities

Handle high volume of electronic and verbal communications with suppliers and internal departments regarding invoice payment inquiries, discrepancy disputes, cash discount terms, and other matters, in a timely and professional manner.
Monitor a variety of Accounts Payable email queues; research, respond and/or escalate as needed.
Determine correct vendor numbers, payment dates, and cash discount rates and amounts for supplier invoices presented via workflow for research and resolution. Identify and reconcile any variances between the purchase order and supplier invoice.
Assist suppliers with payment portal setup and questions.
Impact profitability by resolving debit balance issues with suppliers.
Review and process supplier invoices requiring complex cost allocations and process a variety of manual payment requests (i.e., down payments to suppliers).
Audit expenses for state tax charges and accrue as needed.
Identify improvement opportunities and assist in implementing improvements.

Benefits

Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.
Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.