Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Overland Park, Kansas (KS), US

Building the people that build the world. With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

Job Summary

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our financial operations. This position will be responsible for performing all duties associated with the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and financial record maintenance. This position supports the financial operations of a manufacturing and construction organization and ensures compliance with internal controls, company policies and industry standards. This role requires strong attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively with internal departments and external suppliers.

Job Responsibilities

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

• Invoice Review and Entry receive, verify and enter vendor invoices (both PO and non-PO related) into the Accounts Payable Automation Tool, Tungsten and/or ERP system, SAP
• Three-way Matching match invoices to purchase orders and receiving information in the ERP system in accordance with company procedures
• Vendor Communication respond to vendor inquiries, resolve discrepancies and maintain positive working relationships
• Vendor Statement review - Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding balances in a timely manner
• Month-end Close Support - Provide month-end support such as assisting with accruals, reporting and other closing activities
• Cross-department Collaboration work closely with purchasing, project management, field and factory teams to ensure accurate and timely financial data
• Internal Control Support - assist with internal and external audit/compliance related requests
• Purchase card review and program support monitor and review employee purchase card transactions to ensure compliance with company policies and support periodic audits of the P-card program
• Expense reimbursement - Process employee expense reimbursement requests for field construction personnel
• Provide ad hoc support to the team and department as needed

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

• Required Experience 1-3 years of relevant accounts payable experience
• Experience processing large transaction volumes accurately and efficiently
• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with A/P Automation tools like Tungsten, SAP, or other ERP systems
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure strong accuracy in data entry and document review
• Effective customer service skills and the ability to communicate clearly with vendors and internal teams
• Ability to manage multiple invoices, deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Education & Certifications
• Associate's degree in Accounting preferred

Travel & Working Environment Primarily office-based role with standard business hours Ability to handle a high volume of work and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Hybrid schedule available after 90 days

Our Culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.