The Accounts Payable Specialist will report to the Accounts Payable Manager in our Broadview Heights, OH Corporate HQ. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who can contribute and develop in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure timely, efficient and accurate processing of vendor invoices in accordance with department procedures and SOX requirements
Prepare and process weekly vendor payments via checks, ACH, wires and credit card
Identify and resolve 3-way match issues between the purchase order, receiving ledger and invoice
Route non-PO and PO invoices for proper approvals, GL account coding, or matching through an automated processing system
Reconcile/ research vendor statements and resolve discrepancy issues timely
Assist with month end accruals and AP close process
Monitor shared AP mailboxes for invoice submission and internal/external correspondence
Promptly respond to inquiries from vendors and internal clients
Ensure compliance with all applicable tax regulations (local, state/province, federal)
Compliance with Company document management requirements
Assist with updates and maintenance to the vendor master file to ensure data is accurate and current
Comply with established standards and protocols of the Accounts Payable department, finance and accounting policies and internal control procedures
Identify and support continuous improvement activities
Work closely with the accounting team and business partners to answer questions and support the business
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Skills and Experience Requirements
Accounts payable experience - strong knowledge of Accounts Payable best practices, procedures, policies and internal controls
Solid analytical skills - a professional with strong analytical skills who is detail-oriented
Customer service orientation - tactfulness in dealing with vendors and company employees at all levels and commitment to high levels of service
Systems knowledge - experience and understanding of JDEdwards ERP system or similar enterprise systems
Excellent problem-solving skills - someone who assembles information and quickly and effectively interprets it to determine the best approach to problem resolution
Continuous improvement focus - an energetic individual who is not satisfied with the status quo and is always focused on the improvement of processes, reporting, and controls
Proactive approach - someone who addresses each task with a sense of urgency and is capable of generating a high volume of quality work products, ability to multi -task in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to Company values -- demonstrated integrity, respect, commitment to excellence, and strong work ethic
Other Requirements
0-3 years Accounts Payable experience, shared services environment a plus (Please note this is an entry-level position, and we are willing to train the right candidate).
Degree or formal training in accounting/finance a plus
Accurate data entry skills and attention to detail
Ability to meet deadlines
Strong skills in Microsoft Office required (Outlook, Excel and Word)
Knowledge of AP modules in JDEdwards or similar ERP systems
Experience in PNC Accounts Payable Automation system or another AP Workflow program a plus
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professional AP certification credentials preferred, but not required
The name Sotera Health was inspired by Soteria, the Greek goddess of safety, and reflects the Company's unwavering commitment to its mission, Safeguarding Global Health®. Sotera Health Company is a leading global provider of mission-critical sterilization and lab testing and advisory services for the healthcare industry. With a combined tenure across our businesses of nearly 200 years and our industry recognized scientific and technological expertise, we help to ensure the safety of millions of patients and healthcare practitioners around the world every year. Across our 64 facilities worldwide, we have over 3,000 employees who are dedicated to safety and quality. We are a trusted partner to more than 5,800 customers in over 50 countries, including more than 40 of the top 50 medical device companies and 8 of the top 10 global pharmaceutical companies.
Sotera Health goes to market through its three best-in-class businesses - Sterigenics®, Nordion® and Nelson Labs®. Sterigenics is a leading global provider of outsourced terminal sterilization and irradiation services for the medical device, pharmaceutical, food safety and advanced applications markets. Nordion is the leading global provider of Co-60 and gamma irradiators, which are key components to the gamma sterilization process. Nelson Labs is a global leader in outsourced microbiological and analytical chemistry testing and advisory services for the medical device and pharmaceutical industries. Learn more about Sotera Health at soterahealth.com.
