Accounts Payable Specialist

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST

Unique Opportunity with Globally Recognized Manufacturing Firm

Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc., is a well-respected and dynamic manufacturing organization located in Schaumburg, Illinois. For over 50 years, Kitagawa workholding products have inspired trust and confidence with machine tool dealers and customers across the globe. Dating back to 1967 when Kitagawa introduced the first Power Chuck, Kitagawa workholding products have stood the test of time. This job opening represents an outstanding opportunity for the right person to join Kitagawa NorthTech, Inc. and play a key role in our continued success.

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for the cash disbursements accounting cycle for the organization and month end related close process for financial reporting.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Receives and verifies expense reports; reconciles expense and other financial reports with account balances and other office records.
• Responsible for full cycle AP process including 3-way match of supporting documents and entering payables into ERP for timely payment.
• Assists with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions.
• Assists with month end AP reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
• Responsible for calculating sales tax and filings with various states.
• Responsible for making adjusting entries to record all cash disbursements including payroll, taxes, and foreign currency transactions.
• Manages 1099's
• Support for Annual Financial Statement Audit and Tax Provision
• Manages Mexican Peso Bank account sub ledger and account reconciliation.
• Manages Pre-Paid Expenses Account and Reconciliation
• Various accounting related tasks as needed.

Additional Functions and Responsibilities:

• Must have 3-5 years' experience working in Accounts Payable.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel or related programs.
• Experience with Epicor 10 is preferred all though not required.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.

Education:

High school diploma required; Business or Accounting degree preferred.

Position Related Competencies:

• Communication Skills - Effective oral and written communication skills including the ability to clearly express thoughts to others and exchange information.
• Professional Skills: Should possess basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
• Attention to Detail, Accuracy & Timeliness- Careful as to details and thorough in accurately completing work tasks on time.
• Dependability - Reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfills obligations.

• Cooperation - Pleasant with others on the job and displays a good-natured, cooperative, and team-oriented attitude.
• Adaptability/Flexibility - Open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
• Initiative - Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Independence - Once able, guides oneself with little or no supervision, and dependent upon oneself to accomplish tasks.
• Persistence - Exhibits persistence in the face of obstacles.
• Analytical Thinking - Analyze information and apply logic to address work-related issues and problems.
• Innovation - Think creatively and alternatively to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.

Work Environment and Physical / Position Requirements: ·

Compatible with working in a professional office environment · Ability to sit for extended periods of time while using a computer · Ability to hear, stand, move, and bend throughout the day · Use of hands 100% of the workday · Ability to move up to 5 lbs. · Level of vision ability (with or without correction, or reasonable accommodation) to be able to perform the essential functions of the position.

The Functions and Responsibilities listed above are general in nature and are not meant to be all inclusive as they are samples of the Functions and Responsibilities to be performed. The organization retains the right to add to, or modify, this Position Description at any time.

Kitagawa NorthTech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer