Accounts Payable Associate

About Olympic Steel

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first - always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization.

Job Description

The Accounts Payable Associate performs a variety of accounts payable processing responsibilities. This position is responsible for the timely processing of accounts payable invoices and pursuing additional verification/approval as needed. The Accounts Payable Associate maintains efficient and accurate files for reference and compliance, and may work with more senior accounting staff, divisional staff or vendors to resolve general issues.

Essential Functions

• Scans and indexes all invoices into ONBASE system Ensures all documents are entered into document storage from multiple systems-SEMS, OnBase, AX, Oracle & SAP Concur
• Approves Workflow for non-inventory expenses for accuracy
• Prepares Check Runs, ACH, & Wire Payments
• Ensures compliance with payment schedules to maximize discount opportunities if applicable
• Audits for accurate data entry of invoices into the system, including but not limited to: steel, freight, and other miscellaneous invoices, as well as expense reports
• Verifies divisional payables, makes necessary corrections
• Contacts various department personnel to resolve discrepancies or problems; answers inquiries regarding work being performed
• Reviews statements from miscellaneous vendors and verifies to make sure all invoices have been received and sent to corporate for payment
• Protects Organization by keeping information confidential

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Exceptional organizational, multi-tasking, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Lawson, Oracle, AX, OnBase a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Detail-oriented with strong commitment to quality and accuracy

Preferred Qualifications:

• 0-3 years of related prior work experience with strong, proven accounting knowledge
• Knowledge of company production control and financial software
• Ability to effectively and efficiently collect, consolidate, extract, and summarize data from multiple locations and systems
• Proven teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently

Why Work for Olympic Steel

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid holidays and vacation; a 401(k) match; tuition reimbursement; and various opportunities to earn cash bonuses. And, we offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact - at our company, in the local community and in the world. See for yourself at IamOlympicSteel.com.