Accounts Payable Specialist

Join the Family - Come work for an exciting company offering great benefits, challenging opportunities, and colleagues who feel more like family. Job Summary Overview The Accounts Payable Specialist ensures accurate, efficient, and timely processing of vendor invoices, requiring solid accounting knowledge and strong problem-solving skills. This detail-oriented role involves managing high-volume, full-cycle payables, reconciling statements, and working effectively under pressure, both independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities and Duties Gain a complete understanding of the accounts payable software system Verify the accuracy of system input vendor invoices and confirm the correct general ledger account codes are used Perform 3-way match on all inventory purchases (purchase order, receiving document and vendor invoice) Generate payments to vendors on a routine schedule and include proper remittance information Research and respond to internal client and outside vendor inquiries in a clear, concise and professional manner Gain an understanding of the nuances of Canadian accounts payable The A/P Supervisor has the discretion to delegate additional tasks or responsibilities outside of regular duties whenever needed Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly with a strong attention to detail Strong organizational skills and a self-starter Excellent communication skills Ability to project a calm, professional demeanor in a demanding environment Good critical-thinking skills Work cooperatively with others, be honest, loyal, and dependable Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of drug screening and background check prior to starting employment Education and Experience Associate's degree in accounting or business management. 3+ years of accounts payable work experience Work Environment and Physical Demands Travel will be Operation of office equipment to include but not limited to telephones, printers, copiers, and scanners. Repetitive motion of data entry, hand, finger wrist motion and dexterity. May include filing and handling paperwork may involve reaching, grasping, or bending. Light lifting and carrying of office supplies, files, or boxes (generally under 25 lbs.). Will require walking and standing during the office hours. Good vision for reading and screen use. Clear verbal communication and active listening, often over the phone or video calls. Location Beachwood, OH Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm ET. Currently, operating under a hybrid schedule with in-office days M-T-W and remote on Thursday and Friday. The hybrid schedule is subject Austin Powder Equal Opportunity Statement Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affinity Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify. Contractor & Subcontractor Regulations This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Company History SINCE 1833, IMPROVING THE WORLD WE LIVE IN. Austin Powder has been making explosives for over 190 years and we take great pride in improving the world we live in. In 1833, the Austin family created the company to produce black powder that would help break the rock, mine the minerals and build the canals and railroads to develop the frontier. Initially along the banks of the Cuyahoga River near Akron, Ohio, we grew as the country grew. Today, Austin Powder is a world leader in the industrial explosives industry with a passionate commitment towards safety, a relentless customer focus, a family culture work environment, and a demonstration of respect of towards all. As in our early years, our mission continues to be to improve the world we live in through the safe and responsible use of explosives. Our success has been based on our core values and this has proven to be universally true around the globe as the company has expanded to be one of the leading providers of industrial explosives and blasting services in the world. #J-18808-Ljbffr Austin Powder