Accounts Payable Specialist II

Cox Automotive is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist II. This position, located in Cherryville, North Carolina, focuses on specialized Accounts Payable (AP) functions within Cox Fleet Accounting & Finance. This person will play a critical role in not only supporting the day-to-day Accounts Payable (AP) activities such as month-end close, invoice entry, payment processing, supplier data management, transactional activities, possible supplier setup and maintenance but also helping our business scale by reinforcing policy, supporting the business workflow, and helping to enhance processes and controls. This position supports other departments within the organization such as Supply Chain, Controller, Assistant Controller, and/or Staff Accountant.
This is a hybrid role which is primarily remote but there will be need to report in office to the Cherryville, NC location at least 1 time per month (based on business needs). Candidates will need to be able to commute to this location.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Ensuring invoices are accurately verified, coded, and processed
• Researching, troubleshooting, and resolving invoice exceptions within defined service level agreements
• Working with and responding to internal and external customers in a timely manner - exhibiting superior customer service
• Voiding lost or unaccounted checks in Payables system
• Providing customer service support via phone using Genesys call management system, researching and resolving vendor inquiries
• Utilizing the Service Station e-ticketing system to research and respond to payment inquiries
• Issuing COD payments to vendors via phone
• Working with internal and external customers to assist in setting up and maintaining accurate supplier information, with required documentation
• Issuing Comdata Comcheck express codes via the iConnect portal

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field.
• OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and up to 1 year of experience;
• OR 5 years' experience in a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Effective accounting and organizational skills required
• Excellent computer and software knowledge essential, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Oracle
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet multiple deadlines
• Excellent customer service track record working with customers or vendors to resolve issues.

USD 20.10 - 30.10 per hour
Compensation:
Hourly pay rate is in the range of $20.10 - $30.10/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.
Benefits:
Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.