Accounts Payable Specialist I

Arthrex is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medicaleducation in orthopedics. The Accounts Payable Business Specialist is a key contributor to the efficiency and integrity of the accounts payable function, with a primary focus on vendor onboarding, maintenance, and performance analysis. This role ensures vendors are accurately set up and maintained in SAP, supports compliance and risk mitigation, and delivers actionable insights through KPI reporting and data analysis. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Oversee the end-to-end vendor setup process, ensuring timely and accurate onboarding in SAP. Maintain vendor master data, ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements. Function asa liaison between vendors and internal teams to resolve setup issues and ensure smooth payment processing. Monitor and audit vendor records to mitigate risk and ensure data integrity. Process Optimization & Support Serve as a subject matter expert in SAP and accounts payable processes. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce risk. Provide support to the AP team in resolving vendor-related issues and system challenges. Reporting & Analysis Develop and maintain dashboards and reports that track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to vendor management, invoice processing, and payment cycles. Analyzethe reports to provideanactionable summaryfor theAPTeam to enhanceoperational performance. Collaborate withcross-functionalteams toensurealignment and efficiency in the procurement-to-pay process. Additional Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for vendor onboarding and management Be aliaisonbetween accounts payable andSALT. Working knowledgeofprocurement&receivingpolicies and procedures. Assist withOpenText User Issues Drive team efficiency throughprocess improvements andERS. Perform ad hoc requests from internal customers and Finance Leadership Education/Experience: Bachelor'sdegree inaccountingor related field preferred. Or Associate’s degree +1years of relevant experience. Specialized Skills : Strongunderstanding of accounts payable principles and best practices Working knowledgein SAP or similar ERP systems Analyticalmindset with experience in reporting and data interpretation Excellentcommunication and problem-solving skills. Abilityto manage multiple priorities and drive process improvements. Discretion Latitude: Work is performed under general direction. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgement and overall adequacy. Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills: Virtualmachinesand laptops.Microsoft environment. Work with standard current computer applications,including but not limited to collaborationtools,email,word processing, spreadsheets,and databases. Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Mathematical Skills: Ability to comprehend and apply mathematical principles to the degree required to perform the job based upon job requirements. Language and Communication Skills: Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Company-Provided Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness) Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan Annual Bonus Wellness Incentive Program Free Onsite Medical Clinics Free Onsite Lunch Tuition Reimbursement Program Trip of a Lifetime Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr