Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description:

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for accurately and timely processing supplier invoices and payments in support of assigned business units. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders, including cross-functional teams and business leaders, and, when applicable, interfaces with suppliers to resolve invoices, payment, and account discrepancies.

You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

• Process high volumes of invoices with accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform purchase order matching and validate invoice details, coding, and approvals.
• Investigate and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies across internal systems and supplier accounts.
• Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., Procurement, Operations, Finance) and business leaders to resolve invoicing issues and drive timely resolution
• Communicate directly with suppliers, as needed, to address billing issues, payment status, and account discrepancies
• Reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate supplier account balances.
• Coordinate with Treasury on urgent or off-cycle payments.
• Maintain supplier master data, including onboarding and updates.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including reconciliations and accruals.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives within the procure-to-pay process.

The TOOLS you’ll bring with you:

• High school diploma required; associate’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• 2+ years of Accounts Payable or related experience in a high-volume environment.
• Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel (intermediate or higher).
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Analytical problem-solving and issue resolution skills.
• Effective communication and ability to work cross-functionally and with external partners.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ownership mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan
• Education assistance
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE. 

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.