Associate, Accounts Payable

Cessna Aircraft Company • Fort Worth, TX, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

Job Description - Associate, Accounts Payable (328133)

Associate, Accounts Payable ( Job Number: 328133 )

Textron is a renowned global multi-industry company with a diverse portfolio spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care, and fuel systems. Our brand lineup includes leading names like Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, and many others. With a strong worldwide presence and a workforce of 35,000 individuals across 25 countries, we prioritize attracting top talent.

JOB SUMMARY

The primary duties for this position include but are not limited to processing invoices for multiple Textron, Inc. business units and communicating with vendors via telephone and e-mail regarding past due invoices and balances. This position works directly with the Textron business units and vendors to resolve discrepant invoices through several different ERP systems (SAP, Lawson, Oracle, Trans4M, Costpoint and Visual).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Accurately scan, key, and index invoices and check requests within 48 hours of receipt in compliance with defined policies and procedures.
Display proficiency in all necessary business unit transactional systems and Shared Services imaging system.
Ensuring an accurate, professional, and timely response to internal customers and external vendors’ inquiries regarding the status of payments.
Identify trends of potential issues that would result in an increase in the volume of vendor inquiries.
May be responsible for reconciliation of vendor accounts.
Researching, identifying, and resolving discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders that prevent or delay payment.
Maintaining Desktop Operating Procedures (DOP) and training checklist and request approval for updates to ensure current processes are reflected and controls are in place.
Supporting TIPL transitions, training, and questions and ensuring back-up is fully trained.
Communicating with Accounts Payable Specialist to remain aware of critical issues.
Ensure hours worked are recorded timely, accurately, and within guidelines.
Maintaining a positive and cooperative attitude with teammates, internal and external customers.
Protect and maintain the privacy of employee personnel records including, but not limited to, personal and compensation information about employees.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED required.
Relevant accounts payable work experience in one or more systems utilized by Textron preferred.
Experience working with the SAP financial system (FI/CO) and the Procurement to Payment process cycle preferred.
Experience executing Positive Pay, EFT, Wire Transfer, ACH, and Vendor Account Reconciliation preferred.
Experience working within a multi-national organization that does business with the federal government and the Department of Defense (DOD) preferred.
Basic understanding of the Sarbanes-Oxley Function as it relates to the controls over the accounts payable processes.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

Decision-making skills- Be able to make logical decisions in relation to the execution of accounts payable processes and delegate decisions beyond standard process definitions if needed.
Drive for Results
Customer Focus
Time Management
Learning on the Fly
Problem Solving
Priority Setting

WHY TEXTRON?

Textron puts a high value on work-life balance. We offer a generous time off package as well as a culture that encourages engagement. Getting involved in Employee Resource Groups and fun workplace activities makes the work more meaningful and fun.

Our team is dedicated to supporting new members and we have a broad mix of levels and tenures that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We offer a competitive total rewards package including generous 401k matching and tuition reimbursement programs as well as health, dental and more.

Join Textron today and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation, creativity, and collaboration!

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.