Accounts Payable Specialist II

Cox Automotive is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist II. This position, located in Atlanta, Georgia, focuses on specialized Accounts Payable (AP) functions within Finance Process Center of Excellence. This person will play a critical role in not only supporting the day-to-day Accounts Payable (AP) activities such as month-end close, invoice entry, payment processing , supplier data management, transactional activities, possible supplier set and maintenance. Also helping our business scale by reinforcing policy, supporting the business workflow, and helping to enhancement processes and controls. This position also supports other departments within the organization such as Supply Chain, Controller, Assistant Controller, and/or Staff Accountant.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Ensure invoices are accurately verified, coded, and processed
• Research, troubleshoot, and resolve invoice exceptions within defined service level agreements
• Resolve invoice exceptions related to PO and non-PO by using hold and workflow approval reports to identify areas for efficiencies
• Work with and respond to internal and external customers in a timely manner - exhibit superior customer service
• Process payments according to a defined schedule, pay type, and pay group. Apply stop payments or decision positive pay activities in the banking portal.
• Initiate local checks to Cox Automotive Business Units per set schedule.
• Document and research returned checks to determine appropriate action
• Void lost or unaccounted checks in Payables system
• Set up/Maintain suppliers, with required documentation
• Audit expense reports for compliance to company policy, ensuring the appropriate documentation is attached. Effectively respond to e-mail and phone inquiries from 30,000+ employees at all levels

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED with 3+ years experience in a fast paced Accounts Payable environment. A candidate may also have any level degree or certificate beyond HS Diploma or GED with 1+ years of experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Effective accounting and organizational skills required
• Excellent computer and software knowledge essential, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, with Oracle
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet multiple deadlines
• Working with customers or vendors to resolve AP issues, excellent customer service track record

USD 19.18 - 28.80 per hour
Compensation:
Hourly base pay rate is $19.18 - $28.80/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.
Benefits:
Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.
About Cox Automotive
At Cox Automotive, people of every background are driven by their passion for mobility, innovation and community. We transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars, accelerating the industry with global powerhouse brands like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim and more. What's more, we do it all with an emphasis on employee growth and happiness. Drive your future forward and join Cox Automotive today!
About Cox
Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today!
Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page .
Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.
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