Accounting Specialist; AP

We are an independent wholesale distributor of electrical supplies, lighting and gear and maintain the largest inventory in Northeast Ohio, providing service through our team of inside sales, outside sales, project managers, 12 branch locations, and our new website.

By creating a world-class work environment for our employees, Mars Electric can fulfill our mission to partner with customers and vendors to achieve joint long-term success, while sustaining a strong family business.

To be the preferred and most trusted supplier and employer.

Multiple health care plan options with prescription drug benefits and vision and dental plans

(PTO) Paid Time Off

Bank of hours to use for paid time off

401(k) Savings Plan

Competitive 401(k) savings plan with annual company safe harbor contribution to help build your future

Employee Assistance Program

Employer paid benefit for employees to get help for problems, grow personally, develop professionally, save money & enhance their life

Recognize co-workers for actions aligning with company values

Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution

Employer contribution each pay period

Employer Paid - Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary - Accident, Critical Illness, and LTD

Mars Apparel Program

Seasonal events for employees to purchase discounted Mars Electric apparel

* Benefits may vary by department, employment status and work schedule

Position: Accounting Specialist

Location: Mayfield Village, OH

Job :385

# of Openings:1

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support our growing distribution company. This role is responsible for performing accounts payable functions, interacting and problem solving with our vendor partners, reconciliations, and supporting month-end close procedures as needed. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, and eager to contribute to process improvements and cross-functional projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable: Process vendor invoices accurately, ensure proper authorization, and handle various payment methods including checks, wire transfers, and electronic payments.
• Vendor Relations: Maintain accurate vendor records, resolve payment discrepancies, and respond to inquiries from vendors and internal teams in a timely and professional manner.
• Reconciliations & Financial Reporting: Perform monthly reconciliations to ensure financial data accuracy, assist with journal entries, and prepare reports related to accounts payable and cash flow.
• Month-End Close Support: Contribute to the month-end closing process by ensuring timely completion of accounting tasks and supporting financial statement preparation.
• System Management & Process Improvements: Develop expertise in the company’s accounting system (Eclipse), recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency, and participate in special accounting projects and cross-functional initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• 1-4 years of accounts payable, accounting, finance experience.
• Experience with EDI invoice processing is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Key role in a dynamic, expanding organization.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Mars Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Our human capital is the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and company’s achievement as well.

We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.