Accounts Payable Specialist - Saft America : Job Details

All About You:

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Corporate accounting team. As an accounts payable specialist, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments, and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have a strong attention to detail, a thorough understanding of accounting principles, and excellent communication skills. This is a great opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to contribute to the growth and success of our organization.

• Associates degree in accounting or finance
• 1-3 years accounts payable and general accounting experience using accounting software
• Proven experience working as an accounts payable specialist or in a similar role
• Solid knowledge of accounts payable processes and procedures
• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

Preferred Requirements

• Basic understanding and high proficiency of generally accepted accounting and business principles, to include understanding expense accounts and cost centers
• 1-2 years of business experience

• Process invoices and ensure accurate and timely payments
• Review and verify invoices for proper approval, coding, and accuracy
• Investigate and resolve vendor inquiries and discrepancies
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve any discrepancies
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records
• Prepare and process journal entries related to accounts payable
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and streamline operations
• Participate in the development and implementation of accounts payable policies and procedures
• Establish and maintain relationships with affected staff at different SAI locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Whether you are just getting started or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package to include generous compensation based on market standards, healthcare, wellness, adoption assistance, discounted stock purchase, career development and recognition programs. Some of our superior benefits include parental (maternal and paternal) leave, 401K retirement contribution match at 7%, educational assistance (tuition reimbursement), Short-term Disability (STD), paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid employee referral award.

We appreciate diverse skills/experience and yours could add immense value to our team. Our customers have varied backgrounds and so do our employees. If you are excited about leaving your footprint on our technical customer-centric solutions while increasing sales, we would love to hear from you.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, and genetic information. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Saft is a global battery company like no other. Thanks to our historical expertise, combined with our unique industrial approach, we have a leading position in meeting the demands of our customers. Our batteries and battery systems make a difference for all the market sectors they serve.

Established in 19 countries and supported by our 17 production sites, Saft has more than 4,300 employees across the planet and have been manufacturing batteries for more than 100 years. Since 2016, Saft is a wholly owned subsidiary of TotalEnergies, a global integrated energy company that produces and markets energies: oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, renewables, and electricity.

Their 100,000 employees are committed to provide as many people as possible with energy that is more reliable, more affordable, and more sustainable. Active in about 120 countries, TotalEnergies places sustainability at the heart of its strategy, its projects and its operation. We are a broad energy company that produces and markets energies on a global scale: oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, renewables and electricity.