Finance Specialist (AP)

Overview

Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations.

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Job Title

Specialist, Corporate Finance (AP)

Summary

This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end accounts payable process (AP), ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and expense reports. The position involves planning and executing tasks to ensure accurate and timely processing in accordance with standard practices. It requires frequent interaction with both internal and external stakeholders, where professionalism, discretion, and effective communication are essential.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Serve as the primary point of escalation for internal and external stakeholders when issues arise that AP Coordinators cannot resolve.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for AP processes and systems, providing guidance and training as needed. Systems include the ERP platform, AP invoicing software, and the Travel & Expense platform.
• Train and coordinate with offshore Accounts Payable staff to ensure alignment with established procedures, quality standards, and timelines.
• Maintain and update AP technology tools, including user setup, general ledger account configurations, and core data management.
• Support the management of intercompany balances by coordinating invoicing and payment terms with other SP locations.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date AP files and documentation.
• Generate and process debit memos related to Accounts Payable and Engineering.
• Verify and update vendor banking information as necessary.
• Assist in managing budgets through AP systems, including user training on data entry and reporting features.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing tasks, including accrual entries, as directed by the supervisor.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and data files.
• Complete vendor documentation such as W-9s, Sales and Use Tax Certificates of Exemption, and credit applications.
• Print checks on-site when required.
• Execute additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Education And Experience

A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in Accounts Payable. At least 2 years of college or specialized training is preferred. Minimum of 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment is required.

Skills And Abilities

Travel Requirements

This position typically does not require any travel.

Disclaimer

The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Agreement to complete all post-hire required training.

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