Groninger USA is looking for a Accounts Payable Specialist

NOTE: Please DO NOT submit your application for this opening via this Application Portal. Rather, submit your application materials to the email address provided below so that the employer can receive and review your application. Known globally for its high-precision filling and closing machines, the Germany based groninger company is a world leader in highly sophisticated, innovative and customized solutions for manufacturers of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. groninger USA, located in Charlotte, NC is the regional headquarters for our American and Canadian customer base. We offer an unparalleled work environment and outstanding career opportunities for manufacturing, sales, engineering, procurement, after sales, field service and support functions like accounting, IT. groninger USA LLC offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits. Come see for yourself! Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist Reporting to the Controller, the Accounts Payable Specialist will assist in the daily accounting cycle working with the AR Accountant to ensure the fiscal and operational continuity and efficiency of groninger USA. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable – code and enter all invoices for overhead, jobs, service, and intercompany payments
• Prepare weekly pay runs (ACH, wire, and check payments)
• Monthly Journal Entries – accrued expenses, prepaid expenses, bank fees
• Participate in monthly financial close meeting and provide variance analysis pertaining to costs
• Apply customer payments in SAP. Coordinate with the AR accountant regarding discrepancies in payments.
• Process employee expense reports via SAP Concur
• Support annual audit requests
• Manage multiple tasks at one time with a strong attention to detail
• Effectively communicate across organizational lines (field service, procurement, logistics, etc.)
• Perform work with accuracy in Finance (SAP B1) and ERP systems (PSI Penta)
• Review and reconcile completed work by verifying entries and comparing system entries and balances
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies between systems
• Test functional area work flows when new systems are implemented or system changes are made
• Other accounting duties as assigned by the Controller
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities

Preferred Work Experience & Skills:

• Previous accounting experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience with General Accounting, Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable (Sales Support or Purchasing experience a plus)
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel and Word) and competent data entry skills
• Must have operational and/or accounting ERP experience (SAP experience plus)
• Effective time management and ability to maintain focus on daily activities
• Engaged in the success of the business - inquisitive and interested in process improvement

Education:

• College degree in Accounting

Job Type: Full-time Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations: Groninger is following the CDC guidelines as well as all local and State requirements. Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Accounts Payable: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

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