Accounts Payable Specialist

Charter Next Generation • Lexington, OH

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About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for activities across the accounts payable function, including processing invoices, maintaining records, coordinating approvals, ensuring timely vendor payments, and resolving inquiries and issues. The role also supports process improvements and other business needs.

CNG describes itself as an employee-owned company. Employees receive equity shares and the company highlights work-life integration, career growth through training and development, and work supporting sustainable packaging solutions that help reduce food waste and protect the environment.

Requirements

• Preferably 3 years of experience in a high-volume environment.
• Prefer an associate degree in accounting; two additional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of the degree.
• Experience in a manufacturing business.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reports.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Self-starter able to influence, coach, and persuade at all levels of the business.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage activities in the accounts payable function.
• Ensure timely payment of vendor invoices.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.
• Scan, index, and code invoices.
• Record expense details in a timely manner.
• Obtain accurate payment approvals.
• Match vendor invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Monitor workflows and work with approvers to prevent payment delays.
• Review applicable accounting reports and the accounts payable register for accuracy.
• Resolve issues with internal and external clients, including escalated vendor situations.
• Review statements.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Develop and assist with departmental process improvements.
• Perform other duties as required to support the business.

Benefits

• Employee ownership and equity shares beginning on the first day.
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance upon hire.
• Holiday pay.
• Paid vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Career advancement opportunities across 15+ facilities.
• Training and development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree