Accounts Payable Accountant

Company Description

Smiths Interconnect is a leading provider of technically differentiated electronic components, subsystems, microwave and radio frequency products that ensure high speed, secure connectivity of critical applications in the defence, aerospace, communications and industrial markets. Our microwave technology is used in radar, communication and surveillance systems that are mission-critical and operate in extreme environments in aerospace and defence. Our microwave components and connectors ensure optimal performance, durability and safety of space satellites. Our semi-conductor test products are used to test highly sophisticated semi-conductors and electronic circuits in communication systems, gaming products and computing devices. Our in-flight antenna systems give passengers internet connectivity gate-to-gate on planes around the world. Our connector and cable solutions ensure reliability of critical medical equipment, and safe operation of trains and transport systems.One of five divisions of Smiths Group, Smiths Interconnect employs over 2000 people. We have a global presence selling our products in over 50 countries with manufacturing facilities in nine countries and offices across North America, Europe and Asia.

Job Description

 The Accounts Payable Accountant will lead the accounts payables operations for Smiths Interconnect Inc., including but not limited to recording, reconciling, auditing and forecasting.  Direct engagement with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy and timeliness in processing invoices and vendor payments. Responsibility for maintaining strong vendor relationships while also supporting the financial close process through reconciliations and journal entries. Identify and drive continuous improvement activities to enhance our DPO performance.

Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships with vendor accounts receivable teams to ensure invoices are received timely and accurately
• Responsible for accurate day-to-day processing of vendor invoices in Oracle.  Ensure compliance with company policies.
• Process and reconcile payments via checks, ACH transfers and wire transfers
• Work closely with the procurement team to deep dive issues with the end-to-end procurement process, which impacts the payables process
• Address vendor inquiries and resolve payment discrepancies timely
• Reconcile vendor statements and work with vendors to resolve issues and disputes
• Maintain and update vendor records including tax documentation
• Ensure tax compliance, including preparing and distributing 1099 forms
• Manage the corporate card program, including onboarding/offboarding employees, reporting, training and adjusting spending limits
• Prepare journal entries for prepaid expenses and accruals during financial close
• Perform monthly account reconciliations
• Review AP activity reports for accuracy
• Maintain accurate documentation for audits and financial reporting.  Support internal and external audit inquiries.
• Proactively identify and execute continuous improvement activity to improve the efficiency of our payables process
• Manage AP performance including reduction of aged balances and improvements in DPO
• Maintain the AP inbox daily, making sure all queries are addressed
• Support cash forecast through supplier & payment management
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with managing the end-to-end AP process
• Strong communication skills required and experience working with internal teams and external vendors to solve problems
• Attention to detail is a required strength to ensure accuracy of all work
• Accounting experience
• Self-stater; capacity to assume responsibility for own professional development
• Detail oriented, logical and methodological approach to problem solving
• Flexible and dedicated
• Strong customer service skills and a high sense of urgency
• Proficiency in MS Office with strong Excel skills
• Strong work ethic and team player
• Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material and information
• Organizational, multi-tasking, problem-solving and prioritizing skills
• Ability to work independently and professionally
• Knowledge of GAAP and accounting best practices

Experience:  Minimum of four years of professional work experience

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting or Finance or related field required

Security: U.S. Person required (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident). May be required to obtain a clearance.

Additional Information

Why Smiths Interconnect?

• Global Impact: As part of Smiths Group, a global engineering leader, you’ll be working on ground-breaking technologies that make a difference in industries that are shaping the future.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career progression across Smiths Interconnect and the wider Smiths Group.
• Innovative Culture: Join a collaborative and innovative team, where your ideas and contributions are valued and rewarded.
• Competitive Package: We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and performance-related incentives.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)