Accounts Payable Specialist

SC Johnson • Ipswich, MA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

As the Accounts Payable Specialist, you report to the North America Accounts Payable (AP) Associate Manager and play an important role in supporting invoice processing and resolution activities for the North America AP team. Depending on your assigned responsibilities, you may prepare invoices for processing, process invoices, and resolve invoice discrepancies. You will also research and troubleshoot complex invoice issues, helping ensure accuracy, efficiency, and timely payment while supporting strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.

Requirements

• Minimum of an Associate Degree ( Preferred in Accounting, Finance, or Business).
• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience or equivalent business experience.

Nice To Haves

• SAP system experience.
• Ability to work independently with high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Possess strong organizational, communication, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent team player with ability to make prioritization decisions and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and high-volume environment.
• Demonstrate accounting principles and internal controls best practices knowledge.
• Ability to adapt to change and willingness to learn new skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Software (Excel, PowerPoint, MS Team).

Responsibilities

• Prepare invoices and payment requests for accurate and timely processing.
• Review invoices to ensure appropriate documentation, approvals, and compliance prior to posting.
• Process invoices against purchase orders using three‑way match or established approval requirements.
• Research and resolve electronic invoice posting issues, including EDI, interfaces, freight, and related system errors.
• Review and prioritize invoices in alignment with payment terms and cash discount opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and policies related to Accounts Payable activities.
• Respond promptly and professionally to internal and external inquiries.
• Complete assigned month‑end Accounts Payable close activities.
• Support ad hoc requests and special projects as directed by the AP leadership team.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall performance of the Accounts Payable function.

Benefits

• SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels.
• In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service.
• As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.

What This Job Offers

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