Accounts Payable Associate at Fairbanks Morse, LLC in Beloit, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Summary

Fairbanks Morse is looking for an Accounts Payable Associate to join our team. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: daily processing of supplier invoices, compliance with division level approval controls for payment, review and resolution of invoice holds, and any other tasks, as assigned.

The position is a key member of the FMD Finance team, supporting monthly supplier payments and DPO targets, while interacting professionally and maintaining relationships with external vendors and internal personnel. Required characteristics for success in this position include well-developed data entry skills, highly organized, detail and deadline oriented, team focused and exhibiting positivity, while possessing the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment .

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, ensuring appropriate division approval for payment
• Research, review and resolve internal invoice holds
• Ensure accurate reporting and balancing of payments, including adjustments to supplier accounts
• Respond to supplier inquiries and internal personnel in a timely and professional manner
• Review supplier statements for accuracy, requesting invoice copies as needed
• Monitor/process incoming mail (via email and paper copy)
• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Other projects, as assigned

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate degree preferred
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years' experience in a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in use of an ERP computer software package
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g., Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Accuracy, time management, and multi-tasking ability are essential skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to problem solve
• Demonstrated ability to interact and work cooperatively with peers and supervisors within and outside of the department
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• This position includes access or potential access to export-controlled data. Therefore, you will need to qualify as a U.S. Person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Permanent Resident or a political asylee in compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Acceptable proof of this status includes a US Passport, Permanent Resident Card, US birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate. Maintenance, including renewal, of licensing authorization is a condition of employment. Government authorization may be a suitable alternative after review on a case-by-case basis.

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.