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Accounts Payable Specialist II

Cox
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays
United States, Georgia, Stone Mountain
May 29, 2025
Cox Automotive is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist. 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 set and maintenance. Also helping our business scale by reinforcing policy, supporting the business workflow, and helping to enhancement processes and controls. We are looking for candidates who have a keen sense of ownership, being adaptive to fast changing environment, and a high curiosity to learn about the business and products. This position also partners with business stakeholders such as Supply Chain, Controller, Assistant Controller, and/or Staff Accountant. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm Eastern RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure invoices are accurately verified, coded, and processed Research, troubleshoot, and resolve invoice exceptions within defined service level agreements Resolve invoice exceptions related to PO and non-PO by using hold and workflow approval reports to identify areas for efficiencies Work with and respond to internal and external customers in a timely manner - exhibit superior customer service Process payments according to a defined schedule, pay type, and pay group. Apply stop payments or decision positive pay activities in the banking portal. Initiate local checks to Cox Automotive Business Units per set schedule. Document and research returned checks to determine appropriate action Void lost or unaccounted checks in Payables system Set up/Maintain suppliers, with required documentation Audit expense reports for compliance to company policy, ensuring the appropriate documentation is attached. Effectively respond to e-mail and phone inquiries from 30,000+ employees at all levels Provide Ad hoc support for other general AP activities as needed QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum- High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field (administrative, clerical, financial etc.) 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 organizational skills required Strong customer service experience needed Excellent computer and software knowledge is essential, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook Strong time management skills and ability to meet multiple deadlines Preferred- Experience with Oracle preferred USD 19.57 - 29.38 per hour Compensation: Hourly base pay rate is $19.57 - $29.38/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.