Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Summary Founded in 1954, Feralloy Corporation has grown to become one of the country's largest high-volume steel processing companies delivering quality tempered, stretched, and slit products. From our Chicago headquarters, we operate a network of steel processing centers throughout the U.S. and Mexico that provide value-added processing of hot rolled, pickled, cold rolled, and coated sheet products to manufacturers and producers. Feralloy is a proud member of Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co., which allows us to provide key benefits and opportunities to better serve our employees and customers. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and vendor communications while supporting the company's financial operations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, accounting knowledge, and a commitment to continuous process improvement. Pay Range: $60,000 - $65,000 annually Bonus Eligible Why Join Feralloy? Competitive hourly pay + bonus opportunities Learning multiple positions, will increase hourly pay Benefits Begin on Day 31 of Employment (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k + match) Accrue PTO (Paid Time Off) Day 1 of Employment Family-oriented culture Opportunities for growth and advancement Physical Requirements Stand or Sit(Stationary position), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position) Function in the Job Sedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Job Function Review, verify, and process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner. Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation and resolve discrepancies. Prepare and process ACH payments, wire transfers, and checks according to payment schedules. Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding balances. Maintain accounts payable aging reports and monitor open items. Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor payment inquiries. Collaborate with purchasing, receiving, and internal departments to resolve invoice and payment issues. Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities and reporting. Maintain organized financial records and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards. Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation. - Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes and efficiency through automation and best practices. Performing other duties as assigned. Required Skills Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar accounting role. Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and accounts payable software. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Experience with process improvement initiatives is a plus. Compensation Range The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $60,000.00/Yr. - USD $65,000.00/Yr. depending on experience, qualifications, and location. #J-18808-Ljbffr Feralloy Corporation