Accounts Payable Associate

Accounts Payable Associate - WSI US
WSI - Suwanee, GA - Temporary

ABOUT US
Located across the globe and with more than 45 years of experience, WSI is the industry leader in automated repairs for pressure equipment. WSI's industry experience, global presence, and best-in-class execution are key to delivering improved plant reliability safely and effectively.
WSI has the mission to advance innovation for global infrastructure through specialized industrial technologies. At WSI, our people empower and define who we are. Our shared values are the foundation for building strong, trusting relationships with our employees, stakeholders, and customers. We're small enough for your ideas to make an immediate impact and large enough to offer you opportunities to grow professionally at any stage of your career.

JOB SUMMARY
The Accounts Payable Associate is responsible for the administration of accounts payable support for WSI. This position reviews invoices, check requests, and employee expense reimbursement requests; obtains approval from authorized persons; enters a high volume of documents into the accounting system for payment; accurately codes invoices; and resolves issues with suppliers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately review and enter supplier invoices, check requests, and employee expense reimbursement requests.
• Scan, enter, and code the above-mentioned documents to the correct project or department, task number, and expenditure type.
• Work with Purchasing, Accounting, and IT to resolve purchase order matching system errors.
• Work with different departments to obtain proper approvals before payment of supplier invoices.
• Work with suppliers to resolve issues and outstanding balances.
• Complete special projects and other duties as directed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: Undergraduate degree in Business Administration or Accounting, or relevant work experience.
• Experience: Three to five years of experience in finance and/or accounting-related fields, including at least three years of Accounts Payable or similar experience.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of accounts payable in ERP packages; Oracle experience preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment while working independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to work with minimal up-front guidance and take ownership of work products.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to interact with internal and external customers to resolve issues tactfully and promptly.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Climate-controlled office environment.
• Ability to sit at a desk for long periods of time.
• Ability to accurately and completely process a high volume of transactions each week.

WSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. WSI prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and is committed to maintaining a workplace that promotes respect, dignity, and equal opportunity for all.