Accounts Payable Administrator

Aquent is partnering with a leading global company in the consumer goods industry. This organization is at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to delivering exceptional products that touch lives worldwide. Their mission centers on excellence and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where every team member contributes significantly to their overarching success.

Are you a meticulous and proactive financial professional ready to make a tangible impact? We are seeking a dynamic individual to join a pivotal team, where your expertise will directly contribute to the seamless operation of critical financial processes. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your skills to the forefront, drive efficiency, and play a key role in supporting the financial health of a global enterprise.

In this role, you will be empowered to streamline accounts payable functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance across various business units. Your analytical skills and innovative thinking will be crucial in resolving complex issues and enhancing our shared services environment. You'll collaborate closely with diverse stakeholders, making a direct contribution to strategic financial initiatives and overall business objectives.

**Your Impact Will Include:**

* Electronically processing high volumes of accounts payable transactions using 3-way matching for various business units.

* Coordinating accounts payable activities to ensure accurate and timely payment processing through advanced financial systems.

* Acting as a champion for proper and consistent compliance with approved financial policies and procedures.

* Collaborating with buyers, vendors, and business partners to resolve parked and blocked invoices efficiently.

* Responding to internal and external customer inquiries, including vendor statement reconciliation and procurement issues.

* Identifying and implementing creative solutions to improve shared services operations and overall efficiency.

* Participating in special projects that contribute to the enhancement of the shared services working environment and broader business goals.

This position offers significant autonomy and the chance to influence operational improvements. You'll have opportunities to engage in strategic projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to a culture of continuous innovation within a dynamic financial shared services environment. Your dedication to accuracy and efficiency will directly support the financial integrity of the company, ensuring smooth vendor relationships and compliant financial operations that underpin the success of a global enterprise.

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* 2-4 years of accounts payable experience.

* High School Diploma.

* Proven ability to process a high volume of invoices (75-100 per day).

* Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate/advanced Excel skills (vlookup, pivot tables).

* Willingness and ability to work overtime during peak demand periods and monthly closing cycles.

* Basic knowledge of Accounts Payable principles.

* Experience with Optical Character Recognition (OCR) systems.

* Experience with Microsoft Outlook.

**Nice-to-Have Qualifications:**

* College degree.

* Experience with a widely used advanced ERP system.

* Experience with document imaging systems.

* Background in the consumer products industry.

**About Aquent Talent:**

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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