Sotera Health Company Broadview Heights , OH 44147
Posted 1 week ago
We are continuing to develop our "One Company" strategy; this position is within our Shared Services organization to support our North American operations. We are looking for proactive, curious talent to join our shared services team and continue building our organization focused on process efficiency, customer service and continuous improvement. The Accounts Payable Specialist will report to the Accounts Payable Manager in our Broadview Heights, OH Corporate HQ. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who can contribute and develop in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure timely, efficient and accurate processing of vendor invoices in accordance with department procedures and SOX requirements
Prepare and process weekly vendor payments via checks, ACH, wires and credit card
Identify and resolve 3-way match issues between the purchase order, receiving ledger and invoice
Route non-PO and PO invoices for proper approvals, GL account coding, or matching through an automated processing system
Reconcile/ research vendor statements and resolve discrepancy issues timely
Assist with month end accruals and AP close process
Monitor shared AP mailboxes for invoice submission and internal/external correspondence
Promptly respond to inquiries from vendors and internal clients
Ensure compliance with all applicable tax regulations (local, state/province, federal)
Compliance with Company document management requirements
Assist with updates and maintenance to the vendor master file to ensure data is accurate and current
Comply with established standards and protocols of the Accounts Payable department, finance and
accounting policies and internal control procedures
Identify and support continuous improvement activities
Work closely with the accounting team and business partners to answer questions and support the business
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Skills and Experience Requirements
internal controls
Solid analytical skills - a professional with strong analytical skills who is detail-oriented
Customer service orientation - tactfulness in dealing with vendors and company employees at all levels and
commitment to high levels of service
Systems knowledge - experience and understanding of JDEdwards ERP system or similar enterprise systems
Excellent problem-solving skills - someone who assembles information and quickly and effectively interprets it
to determine the best approach to problem resolution
focused on the improvement of processes, reporting, and controls
a high volume of quality work products, ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
work ethic
Other Requirements
Minimum of three to five years' experience in Accounts Payable, preferably in a shared services environment
Degree or formal training in accounting/finance a plus
Accurate data entry skills and attention to detail
Ability to meet deadlines
Strong skills in Microsoft Office required (Outlook, Excel and Word)
Knowledge of AP modules in JDEdwards or similar ERP systems
Experience in PNC Accounts Payable Automation system or another AP Workflow program a plus
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professional AP certification credentials preferred, but not required
Sotera Health Company