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Elior North America Accounts Payable Specialist in Houston, Texas
Job Reference Number: 21851
Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite
Segment: Elior Corporate
Brand: Elior North America Corporate
State: Texas (US-TX)
The Role at a glance:
Our centralized Houston, TX based Accounting Organization is looking for a self-driven and solutions-oriented Accountant, GL to join a fast paced and maturing team as they create efficiencies within their processes and procedures.
As an Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the financial health and efficiency of our operations. By managing our AP processes with precision, the successful candidate will contribute to maintaining the strong relationships we have with our vendors and partners, which is essential for our continued success and growth.
What you'll be doing:
Process AP invoices accurately and efficiently in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Verify and reconciles invoices, purchase orders, and receipts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and authorization before payment.
Maintain vendor accounts, including reconciling statements, resolving discrepancies, and responding to vendor inquiries.
Prepare and process payments, including checks, Automated Clearing House payments, and wire transfers, promptly.
Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and account reconciliations.
Monitor and track vendor contracts, including W-9 forms, agreements, and payment terms to ensure compliance.
Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to resolve billing and payment issues promptly.
Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned by management.
Provide strong customer service to ENA operations teams.
Follow established approval policies and procedures.
Ability to be accountable actions, decisions, and performance, both in terms of achieving objectives and adhering to agreed-upon standards, guidelines, and expectations.
What we're looking for:
Must-haves:
High School Diploma or GED
2+ years of experience in AP or related role.
General computer competency required, including Microsoft Excel (advanced), Word, and Outlook
Experience with Great Plains required.
Ability to build trust and strong relationships, finding solutions and influencing outcomes to drive superlative performance.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Comfort and capability in navigating uncertain or unclear situations, making informed decisions, and adapting to changing circumstances.
Able to turn data from various sources into insights with a strong mindfulness in a fast-changing environment.
Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Organizational and project management skills.
Upholding strong moral and ethical principles, being honest, trustworthy, and dependable in all interactions and decisions is fundamental for building trust and maintaining a positive reputation.
Client-driven to ensure integrity of data.
Demonstrated initiative-taker, ongoing self-growth and development, advancement potential.
Responsible and accountable for self-actions, decisions, and performance, both in terms of achieving objectives and adhering to agreed-upon standards, guidelines, and expectations.
Nice-to-haves:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
Where you'll be working:
You will be working out of our Houston, TX based office.
Our Benefits:
Medical (FT Employees)
Dental
Vision
Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
Discount Program
Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
EAP
401k
Sick Time
Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
Paid Time Off
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About Elior North America:
Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.
At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.
Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.
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