Accounting Assistant I at Bluescopenac

Company Description
For over 100 years, BlueScope continues to build on our reputation of quality brands and products, leading technology and a customer-first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future – we look forward to hearing them!   

Join Our Team as An Accounting Associate I - Accounts Payable!

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Associate to join our finance team. This role is responsible for accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to research and resolve issues while providing excellent customer service.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Enter and monitor progress of invoices using key systems effectively
• Process payments accurately and on schedule (checks/electronic payments)
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, payments and vendor accounts.
• Review Vendor Statements and follow up on open items and credits on account and communicate with vendors to resolve issues as needed.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve issues and ensure smooth workflows.

Key Competencies for this role:

• Attention to detail
• Time Management – prioritize tasks to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Problem solving – Investigate and resolve discrepancies effectively
• Communication skills – Clear professional responses to vendors and stakeholders
• Customer Service orientation – build positive relationships with vendors and stakeholders
• Technical proficiency – Comfortable with ERP systems (eg. Oracle)
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Adaptability – responds well to changing priorities and special projects.

Education & Experience Qualifications

Minimum:

• Associates degree in Accounting or at least 2 years of progressive experience in Finance/Accounting role in lieu of degree

Preferred:

• Experience in Accounts Payable and an understanding of key controls surrounding the Accounts Payable process.
• Experience with a large ERP system, preferably Oracle
• Experience with paperless software, particularly Hyland OnBase, if applicable

Additional Information
The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.  Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.  Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope.  To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement. 

EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.