Accounts Payable Specialist II

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.  

About the Role: We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist II to join our growing finance team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in AP processes, with a focus on Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) and AP automation within a large organization. This role is essential for ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of our accounts payable functions and supporting continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing: Accurately process a high volume of vendor invoices, ensuring proper coding and approval in compliance with company policies.
• P2P and AP Automation: Support the implementation and optimization of P2P and AP automation systems to enhance workflow efficiency.
• Vendor Relations: Communicate with vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and other inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Payment Processing: Prepare and execute payment runs, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers, ensuring timely payments to vendors.
• Reconciliation: Perform monthly AP reconciliations, including vendor statements and AP sub-ledger to general ledger reconciliations.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate and organized records for audit purposes.
• Reporting: Assist in preparing AP-related reports, including aging reports and other metrics, providing insights for management.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the AP function.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the procurement, finance, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of AP processes within the overall financial workflow.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of accounts payable experience, preferably in a large organization with exposure to P2P and AP automation systems.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in AP automation and ERP systems (e.g., JDE). Strong MS Excel skills are required.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy in processing and reviewing financial transactions.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
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