Senior Accounts Payable Specialist | Acushnet Company

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The history of the Acushnet Company is tightly woven into the fabric of golf. From the start, we’ve been committed to enriching the experience of dedicated golfers through superior product performance, technological innovation, unmatched quality, and exceptional service. We are more than a collection of leading golf brands and products. We are a team united in our passion for the game. We are bridge builders who embrace our responsibility to leave our brands, businesses, communities, and the game of golf in a better position than when we started.

Together we live by the credo, “Autograph your work with excellence.” We earn our position as unrivaled leaders in every category in which we compete, striving for excellence in all that we do – from the performance and consistency of our products to our engagement with golfers and trade partners, to our commitment to creating a workplace built on diversity, inclusion, belonging and respect.

Summary:  The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing daily supplier additions and/or modification requests needed to update the AGS Supplier Master database and maintain accuracy. Execute daily and/or weekly check and EFT payment runs. Run AP reports and resolve any issues that may arise or be noted on the reports. Issue Form 1099s to third-party suppliers annually according to IRS guidelines. Assist AP Supervisor on special projects, serve as back-up for all AP-related tasks and functions, and work with the Treasury team on processing Fedwires, SWIFT payments, bank system reporting and any ad hoc requests that may arise.

Responsibilities:

• Execute daily review of Supplier Master database, updating as needed to maintain accuracy. Complete end user requests for assistance and review the Clearing Account report to resolve concerns with invoice payment approvals. Process daily reports, spot check entries for accuracy and make updates as needed. Work with AP Lead on periodic audit & validation testing.
• Execute EFT vendor and/or benefits-related payments according to established payment cycles. Print and maintain payment reports and audit logs for the payments issued, while working with the AP Lead to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Run monthly AP Reports and resolve issues from payment processing by coordinating communication and responses with the responsible business and/or corporate functions.  
• Help manage and assist AP Specialists with payment-related questions and/or issue resolution.  Work with the AP Supervisor on special projects such as automating manual AP processes and/or creating new processes to boost efficiency and/or improve effectiveness.
• Update the third-party supplier management software program with Form W-9 and other needed tax data. Review Form 1099 filings to ensure compliance with IRS deadlines by managing internal reporting needs and third-party supplier requirements.
• Provide backup support for certain AP-related functions.  Assist with carrying ad hoc requests for internal customers.

Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Accounting preferred. High School diploma required.
• Minimum 5 years of Accounts Payable experience required.
• Knowledge of AP processing. Ability to analyze data and interpret results. 
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. Strong written and oral communication skills. 
• Ideal candidate is proactive, well-organized, team-oriented, has excellent attention to detail and is willing to take on new challenges. 
• ERP AP knowledge preferred.

Salary: $48,503-$59,963

Acushnet Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled. Acushnet Company offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefit package consisting of medical & dental; 401 savings plan; tuition assistance; life & disability insurance; vacations/holidays; on-site wellness facilities; and generous product discounts. Acushnet Company respects the intellectual property and confidential information of third parties.  Our policy is that no employee or applicant shall disclose confidential information of a third party to Acushnet Company.  Accordingly, please do not include any confidential information of a current or previous employer on your resume or any other materials you provide to us.