Accounts Payable Specialist

Process accounts payable invoices, including matching, coding, and obtaining necessary approvals.  

Maintain accurate and complete accounts payable records, including filing and documentation.  

Monitor accounts payable aging reports and follow up on any past-due invoices.  

Reconcile accounts payable statements and resolve any discrepancies.  

Assist with month-end close procedures, including preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.  

Provide support for internal and external audits as needed.  

Respond to inquiries from vendors, internal departments, and management regarding accounts payable matters.  

Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline and improve the accounts payable process.  

Assist with other accounting tasks as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred.   

2+ years of experience in accounts payable or related field.  

Knowledge of accounts payable processes and procedures.  

Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) and Microsoft Office applications.  

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.  

Excellent organizational and time-management skills.  

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.  

Must be detail-oriented to ensure that invoices are processed accurately and in compliance with relevant regulations and standards.  

Must have the ability to organize and prioritize tasks to manage a high volume of invoices and meet deadlines.  

Must be able to communicate effectively with vendors, internal departments, and management regarding accounts payable matters.  

Must be able to manage their time effectively to ensure that invoices are processed in a timely manner.  

Willing to work with other members of the finance team or other departments to resolve issues and ensure accurate processing of invoices.  

Must be able to adapt to changing requirements, processes, and technologies in the field of accounting and finance.  

Must maintain a high level of professionalism when interacting with vendors and other stakeholders to build and maintain positive business relationships.  

Must be willing and physically able to observe and walk in a smelter environment.   

Must be willing and physically able to work in varying cold and heat situations.   

Could have times that are prolonged periods of walking, standing, and bending.   

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.   

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.   

Ability to travel throughout the facility as required to conduct audits and make observations. 

Must wear all required PPE when in protected areas.   

Required to reach and grasp with hands and reach with arms.   

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth     perception, and the ability to adjust focus.   

Willing and physically able to travel domestically and/or internationally if requested.