Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Watts is reimagining the future of water. We're proud of what we do. Our mission is to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Watts is seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our growing team. This role is responsible for the accurate, efficient, and timely processing of high-volume accounts payable transactions while maintaining strong vendor relationships and meeting company performance standards. The ideal candidate will be accountable for resolving vendor disputes, supporting internal stakeholders, and ensuring overall satisfaction in the AP process. This position will also contribute to various accounting, audit, and financial tasks within the Accounts Payable function. This role is hybrid and is based in Andover, MA.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Analyze and process a high volume of vendor invoices across multiple legal entities in compliance with company policies and procedures
• Active participant in SAP ERP migration as it impacts Accounts Payable processes
• Manage invoice workflows to ensure timely processing and approvals of invoices and check requests
• Monitor and investigate workflow delays; communicate and coordinate corrective actions with relevant users
• Review and reconcile open purchase order receivers; determine appropriate follow-up actions
• Research and resolve invoice and purchase order variances
• Process invoices in multiple currencies and ensure proper handling of foreign exchange requirements
• Reconcile vendor statements; identify, research, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Monitor vendor accounts for debit balances and take corrective action as needed
• Maintain critical vendor accounts and escalate unresolved issues appropriately
• Evaluate vendor invoices for accurate sales and use tax applicability
• Review, audit, and analyze employee expense reports and report findings
• Support monthly and year-end closing processes
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing required documentation
• Adhere to established Accounts Payable policies, procedures, and internal control requirements
• Provide backup support for team members and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by Management

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Watts in it for you :

How we work : At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success. And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.