Vantage is a leading supplier of naturally derived specialty ingredients and formulations that cater to the evolving needs of industrial and consumer markets. Through our chemistries, our customer focus and our global footprint, we are ENABLING TOMORROW'S SOLUTIONS TODAY.As a company on the move, you'll be working as part of a collaborative team and getting to know the cultural diversity of our world. We learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voice and talent of our colleagues by empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We're convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results. Most importantly, we know you're going to like it here. For more information visit: or LinkedIn/vantageAccount Payable Specialist will be responsible for the activities of account reconciliation, communication to internal and external customers, drive timely review and follow up for supplier accounts, balance sheet reconciliation accounts, supplier maintenance and W9 records and other analytic reports within Accounts Payable department. Drive strong financial control over the Accounts Payable records.Key Responsibilities:Handling and posting of incoming invoices with 2- & 3-way matching and related vendor master data creation with collection of W9 forms and maintenance both manual & automated invoice processingMaintain banking information from vendors, doing various fraud checks and confirmations of remittance information.Preparation and review of payment proposals for Vantage subsidiaries.Clarifying and reconcile differences on the postings.Preparation of month-end journal entries: accruals, prepayments by ensuring entries are recorded in accordance with company policies and all deadlines are accomplished.Coordinate with other departments to obtain information about transactions and research unreconciled items.Preparation of External and Internal Audit requests.Create and analyze various reports under area of responsibility including regular reporting.Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.Identify the improvement opportunities and support their implementation.Assist ongoing projects for the implementation of technology solutions.Assist requests from partner Finance departments.Issue tax exemption forms, resale certificates and 1099's.Knowledge Skills and Abilities:Strong Finance AcumenExperience with Epicor, Microsoft Nav, BPCS, MP2 & Ivalua ERP systems is a plus.Experience in a Shared Service environment or similar is a plus.Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a business environment is a must.Ability to pay close attention to detail, strong problem solving and analytical skills.Solid interpersonal skills, navigate easily within complex organizations, connect with a variety functions, audiences, management styles, or cultures.Highly results driven and self-motivated team player with compassion, integrity, trust and perseverance.Curious and growth mindset; keen to learn and approach subjects outside of comfort zone, look beyond the obviousKnowledge in MS Word, Excel and OutlookAble to work in a team atmosphere along with the confidence and ability to make individual decisions.Ability to multitask.Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:University degree or equivalent experience, preferably in accounting or business.?2 to 3 years of relevant experience, Accounts Payable is a plus.Direct functional experience (Accounts Payable)
