Accounts Payable Associate

Cottage Grove, WI (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Cottage+Grove+WI+USA+53527) • commercial accounting

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Position Overview:

Johnson North America utilizes a shared services model that enables resources to be leveraged across the organization. The shared services team is made up of information technology, human resources, supply chain, finance and accounting. Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, the AP Associate performs daily AP postings and transactions in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable:

· Invoice processing: Receive, review, and verify vendor invoices for accuracy

· Responsible for processing purchase orders (POs), including confirming all approvals needed are obtained and researching price discrepancies

· Reconciling AP transactions, including FedEx billing, bank statements, and credit card statements

· Coordinate with other AP staff to meet all business unit’s vendor payment schedules and work with various payment vehicles

· Answer vendor’s and internal staff inquiries on invoices and payments

· Process outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures

· Accurate processing of 1099s annually

· Maintaining schedules to track and ensure monthly vendors are paid on time

Marginal Job Functions:

· Establish and work to accomplish all personal and departmental KPIs.

· Assist others in the department when workload allows

· Assist with internal and external audits

· Other projects as assigned

Requirements

Education:

· Minimum High School Diploma

· Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related area preferred

· Or a combination of education and experience

Experience:

· 2 to 5 years of experience in accounts payable, accounting or related field

· Experience with SAP is preferred

Other Requirements:

· Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

· Be able to communicate clearly and work cooperatively in a fast-paced environment

· Adherence to all work process deadlines

· Must possess analytical and time management skills

· Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment under pressure

· Ability to handle and keep up with constant changes to products, policies and, procedures

Benefits:

We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities.Some of our outstanding benefits include:

· Health & Dental Insurance

· Company paid Life Insurance

· 401(k)

· Paid Time Off benefits

· Product discounts

· Wellness programs

EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability

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