Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Atlanta, GA, United StatesJob ID: 84586 We Elevate... Quality of urban lifeOur elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.Join us as aAccounts Payable SpecialistYour Main ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following. TheCompany reserves the right to add to, delete, change or modify the essential duties andresponsibilities at any time.The accounts payable specialist is responsible for processing invoices received for payment in anaccurate, efficient and timely manner, working in a high volume, high paced environment.The AP specialist is expected to route invoices for approval and/or to achieve a 3-way match inorder to clear invoices for payment. This requires collaboration with the purchasing organization,field organization and management.Responsibilities Scans, verifies, processes and codes vendor invoices. Creates and routes workflows in ReadSoft in order to achieve a 3-way match (PO relatedinvoices) or gain manager approval (non-PO invoices), in order to release invoices for payment. Processes and prepares payments for ACH, wire, and checks. Works with purchasing and/or field organization to resolve invoice discrepancies. Reconciles monthly vendor accounts for large vendors or as needed for other vendors. Corresponds with vendors and responds to inquiries relating to status of invoices and payments. Ad hoc tasks and projects as assigned.It is the responsibility of the individual to ensure all work is completed on a timely basis.QualificationsWhat you bringThe accounts payable specialist must possess good interpersonal skills in order to work effectivelywithin a team environment and possess the ability to adapt to new assignments and deadlines in afast-paced environmentEDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE 2 – 4 years of work experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping or accounting; or an AssociatesDegree with 1-2 years of previously noted experience. Bachelors degree is preferredSkills SAP is preferred, large ERP experience is REQUIRED. Good analytical, time management, and orginizational skills are necessary to efficiently perform dailyfunctions. Self motiviation, strong follow up, and closure skills are required to achieve the results in a timely andefficient manner. Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point). Strong problem solving and negotiation skills Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact effectively and professionally withindividuals at all levels; both internal and external. Ability to reduce error rate of transactional itemsWhat’s in it for you?Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.3 weeks’ vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.We Elevate… Your CareerBecome part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Our Core Values: Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards for all.Integrity and Trust: Foster honest, ethical relationships.Create Value for the Customer: Deliver innovative, reliable solutions.Quality: Ensure excellence in every product and service.Commitment to People Development: Nurture our people, they are the heart of our success.Discover more on our career website. At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health, disability or veteran status.Any unsolicited application from Recruitment Agencies is deemed to be rejected and does not constitute in any manner an offer from a Recruitment Agency.