DEU-Accounts Payable Associate

at  Stericycle

KEY JOB ACTIVITIES:

Review approved invoices for accuracy and completeness.
Assist with the monthly reconciliation of vendor statements and chase for any missing invoices.
Input invoices and expenses into accounts payable sub-ledger, to ensure timely posting to conform to our vendor terms and period end schedules.
Provide timely support in resolving problems with vendor invoicing, credits and payments.
Provide support to clients to ensure vendors are set up in a timely and accurate fashion that meets or exceeds the customer service standards of the organization.
Code, total, batch, enter, verify and reconcile transactions such as accounts payable, invoices and expenses using manual and computerized methods to general and sub ledgers.
Respond to vendor inquiries, maintain good relations and solve problems by consistently communicating with our internal and external customers directly, by telephone, e-mail and by regular mail to investigate complaints.
Allocation and account coding for consolidated billing i.e. credit card statements, telephone.
Answer correspondence, prepare reports and maintain records and files related to accounting function.
Provide recommendations to improve accounts payable efficiencies through the branches and corporate companies.

EXPERIENCE (EMEAA):

Required: Completed professional training - office
Preferred: Office / accounting skills.
Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, SAP, Outlook.
Previous experience in performing account reconciliation would be an asset.
Previous experience in working with computerized accounts payable sub-ledger module for invoice processing and cheque runs.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Highly organized and able to work in a fast-paced, high volume environment.
Adaptable to change.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Experience of working in a highly confidential environment is required.
Must have a clean criminal records check.

The Accounts Payable Associate role fulfils the support function to the Finance Team. The incumbent will help prepare timely and accurate period and year end packages in accordance with set guidelines and reporting procedures. They will also provide ongoing support to the Branch Accountant.