Sr Accounts Payable Specialist - Citizens

Description


The Sr Accounts Payable Specialist has experience performing complex operational processes, research and reporting functions and is a source of information for junior level specialists. Works closely with Sourcing and Business partners to advise of and troubleshoot invoice, PO and BPO problems following through to resolution. Assists Department Manager with complex tasks and projects as needed.



Primary responsibilities include





+ Provide exceptional customer service to suppliers and internal colleagues for the Payment Operations Department.



+ Ariba Invoice Data Entry, processing payment requests that require special handling.



+ Research invoice, Ariba BPO and PO problems, identifying root cause and determine the corrective course of action, collaborate with appropriate colleagues for resolution.



+ Processing Oracle & Ariba invoice reclasses to ensure proper PO/BPO and accounting allocation.



+ Generate reports within Ariba to identify exceptions and reconcile PO and BPO spend.



+ Researching and Processing supplier refund checks.



+ Collection of supplier overpayments.



+ Special Projects as assigned.





Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials





+ 2+ years Customer Service experience with strong verbal and written communication skills required.



+ 1-2 years Ariba experience required.



+ 1-2 years Oracle E Business Suite preferred.



+ Proficient knowledge in the Procure to Pay process required.



+ Basic knowledge of accounting principles preferred.



+ Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).



+ Strong time management skills and ability to multi-task.



+ Strong organizational skills.





Hours & Work Schedule





+ Hours per Week: 40



+ Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00-4:30 hybrid, 3 days in office, 2 days remote





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Equal Employment Opportunity


At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day. Employment decisions are based solely on experience, performance, and ability. Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender individuals who are transitioning, have transitioned, or are perceived to be transitioning to the gender with which they identify), genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.


Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer


Citizens is a brand name of Citizens Bank, N.A. and each of its respective affiliates.


Why Work for Us

At Citizens, you'll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth







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