AP/AR Specialist

Job description

Who We Are: Trivium Packaging is a global leader in metal packaging with more than 60 locations worldwide and employs close to 8,000 people. Trivium serves a diverse range of customers in a variety of end markets such as food, seafood, pet food, nutrition, beauty and personal care, household care and premium beverages. At Trivium, people are the driving force in all our successes by bringing expertise and talent to help us stand out, achieving excellence through their commitment and drive, and maintaining a focus on continuous improvement in everything they do. Together, our goal is to be the number one choice for customers seeking sustainable metal packaging solutions. Job Summary: The AP/AR Specialist will support the Shared Service Center and is responsible for supporting accounting operations by ensuring proper and accurate entry and coding of accounting related transactions, invoices, and the timely submission of invoices and payments. This position is accountable for ensuring all required back up documentation and/or approvals are followed to maintain the integrity of the accounts payable and accounts receivable process. This position is also responsible for assisting process improvements to maximize the financial performance of the company by reducing operating expenses and maintaining constant open lines of communication between suppliers, customers, customer service, and the Shared Service Center. Job Duties: Prepare, review and send invoices. Post payments by recording cash, checks and credit card transactions. Ensure receivables and billings are processed in an accurate and timely manner. Verify accounts by reconciling statements and transactions. Maintains financial security by following internal accounting controls. Maintains financial historical records by filing accounting documents. Maintain accounting ledgers by posting account transactions. Create reports and maintain information using Excel. Summarize receivables by maintaining invoice accounts, verifying totals and preparing reports. Process invoices with verification to purchase orders and related goods receipts, services performed, or progress billings. Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing non-PO invoices / expense reports. Reconciles processed work by verifying entries to posted transactions. Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions. Taking calls/e-mails from vendors for payment inquiries and resolving outstanding items. Resolves account discrepancies by investigating documentation; issuing stop payments, payments, or adjustments. Sort, scan and store invoices and other documents. Supports the team by researching accounting inquiries and in close process including journal entries and reconciliations as needed. Ensure compliance with company policies while carrying out daily processes and controls accurately and on time. Facilitate external audit requests as needed. Perform all other job duties as assigned. Qualifications and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required. A minimum of 2-5 years of related experience required. Extensive knowledge of the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Understanding or experience with ERP systems-SAP preferred. Familiarity with monthly and year end close processes Able to work in fast paced environment and able to meet deadlines Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal-written, interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external customers and team. High degree of flexibility and able to multitask. As well as positive attitude, strong work ethic, integrity Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Work Environment: This position will primarily work in an office environment where sitting for prolong periods of time and using a computer, telephone and other office electronics are critical. Trivium Packaging is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.