Accounts Payable Specialist II

Universal Instruments is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced automation assembly equipment. Our solutions are used to build some of today's most advanced electronic products. Universal Instruments is a cost effective enabler of the fast-moving electronics industry road map. From cell phones, tablets or advanced computing platforms, 5G infrastructure, internet of things, cloud computing and storage as well as wearable’s, sensors, MEMS, industrial, automotive, military and medical applications, our innovative solutions play an integral role in driving the future of technology!

Summary:

Engages activities associated with employee expense report processing, and supplier payment processes. Also executes the 1099 Vendor Qualification and Sales Tax process. Obtains understanding of the company’s business processes and financial policies or guidelines and recommendations for improvement, promoting positive outcomes in support of the company’s Critical Success Factors and goals.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Reconcile prepayment accounts, goods receipts, invoice receipts (GR/IR) and prepares monthly journal entries.

• Keeps up to date Monthly filing and data management efficiencies.

• Assists with internal and external expense report filing and reconciliation

• Works closely with Purchasing, Receiving and other areas, regarding timely processing of supplier invoices to insure prompt payment.

• Identifies and recommends solutions to processing barriers and communicates assessments to management.

• Assists in process improvement initiatives including; SAP processes, Corporate Financial Services projects, audit, or control issues, etc.

• Proactively challenges finance processes to influence and implement changes that result in increased efficiencies and effectiveness, through automation or other means.

• Analyzes and resolves work problems and assists employees in solving work-related problems.

• Performs other job-related duties as required.

  Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant Associate's Degree with 3+ years of relevant experience; Bachelor’s with 1+ years preferred.

• A solid understanding of problem solving techniques in a financial processing scope.

• SAP or similar ERP experience is highly preferred.

  Responsibility for Quality Procedures or Direct Product Quality:

• Adheres to Universal Quality System policies and procedures and uses Total Cycle Time principles and standard problem solving tools to continuously improve work processes.

  Physical Demands:

• Requires the ability to use a computer on a frequent basis.

• Remaining stationary for extended periods and needs to be mobile enough to navigate through work areas.

• Requires the ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and in giving presentations.

• The ability to travel to Universal sites or professional conferences may occasionally be required.

  Universal Instruments is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.

  Target Hourly Base Pay: $24.00hr – $29.00hr + Robust Benefits