Staff Accountant/Accounts Payable Specialist

Overview

Our Commitment:

At Symmons we are dedicated to delivering excellence in every aspect of our business. Our success is driven by our commitment to our core values: being customer-focused, embracing a can-do attitude, demonstrating resilience, and always striving to win as a team. We believe in fostering a positive and collaborative work environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to our shared goals.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Staff Accountant/Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in helping us achieve our mission by putting our core values into action every day. If you are passionate about providing exceptional service, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are ready to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you!

As a Staff Accountant/Accounts Payable Specialist you will be responsible for managing the accounts payable process while supporting broader general accounting functions. This role ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial transactions and reporting requiring a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners. The ideal candidate brings expertise in accounts payable processes, solid general accounting knowledge, analytical capability, and strong communication skills to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Analyze and process invoices in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Verify invoices are accurate and supported by appropriate approvals and receiving documentation (2-way match for services, 3-way match for goods).
• Prepare weekly payment runs including check payments, wire transfers and AMEX payments. Prepare documentation to support weekly payment runs and provide to Corporate Controller. Contact vendors to provide remittance advice for wire transfers and other electronic payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and resolve discrepancies. Identify and escalate issues timely; maintain critical vendor accounts.
• Manage accounts payable e-mail account by saving vendor invoices and researching and responding to vendor inquiries.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes by ensuring timely entry of invoices and follow up with invoice owners so that approvals and payment holds are resolved prior to deadlines.
• Audit freight invoices and process for payment.
• Support year-end external audit as needed.
• Maintain vendor Form W-9 information and prepare annual 1099 filings.
• Follow established accounts payable policies, procedures, and control processes to ensure the accuracy of accounts payable.
• Review employee expense reports to confirm compliance with company policy and process for payment.

General Accounting

• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and maintain schedules for prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Conduct variance analyses and provide explanations for significant fluctuations.
• Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Contribute to process improvements and efficiency enhancements within the accounting team.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, company policies, and relevant regulations.
• Support ad hoc projects and initiatives as directed by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field
• 3+ years’ experience in accounts payable and general accounting functions in a small to mid-sized corporate accounting environment
• Oracle JD Edwards software experience is a plus; however not required
• Knowledge of 1099 reporting
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software
• Must be detail-oriented, organized and professional
• Candidate should possess strong time management skills and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Company Overview:

In 1939, Paul Symmons advanced the plumbing industry by inventing the first anti-scald, pressure-balancing valve. 87 years later his legacy lives on through the Temptrol® valve, which is still made right here in the USA.

While the vision of Paul Symmons is never out of sight, we’re constantly pressing forward, challenging ourselves and the industry to be better… to do better. As we design and redesign the minute details, we’re also conscious of the bigger things, like water conservation, and energy reduction, and global impact.

That’s what we do here at Symmons – we make things right.

Headquartered in Braintree, MA, Symmons is a privately held company with regional sales offices and local representatives located throughout the United States and Canada. For more information, please visit 

Symmons offers a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits and a 401k plan with 100% match up to the first 6% of eligible wages with immediate vesting. The pay range reflects our good faith estimate at the time of posting and does not guarantee a specific wage. Actual pay will depend on skills, experience, and other job-related factors.

If you are ready to bring your passion, skills, and can-do attitude to Symmons, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application/resume at: