AP Specialist

AP Specialist

For more than 100 years, Modine has solved the toughest thermal management challenges for mission-critical applications. Our purpose of Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™ means we are always evolving our portfolio of technologies to provide the latest heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. Through the hard work of more than 11,000 employees worldwide, our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments advance our purpose with systems that improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions, enable cleaner running vehicles, and use environmentally friendly refrigerants.

Position Description

The Accounts Payable Specialist supports the Accounts Payable Supervisor in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing of all accounts payable activities. This role is responsible for invoice processing, vendor payments, account reconciliation, and maintaining strong internal controls while continuously improving efficiency within the AP function.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for processing checks, ACH's, and wire transfers to vendors.
• Manage the company's travel and entertainment expense reporting process. This includes the review and audit of expense reports and providing management with key travel and entertainment spend data.
• Perform analysis on the travel and entertainment spend data. This will include recommending potential cost reductions based on spend behaviors.
• Perform the travel reconciliations and analyze all travel account balances. Any unusual activity in these accounts should be investigated and explanations provided to the AP Supervisor.
• Reconcile any differences and complete the appropriate balancing of the daily and monthly reports.
• Perform maintenance associated with accurate vendor payments and run all AP and Corporate Sundry payments.
• Coordinate with Treasury the balancing and clearing of the Foreign and Intercompany ACH and wire payments.
• Coordinate and monitor the interface for the Auto-invoice process for the directed transfer of the invoice data through to the general ledger and payment with the IT group.
• Control and balance with accounts receivable for the monthly commission payment and ensure accuracy and reliability.
• The position interacts with both internal and external customers in responding to inquiries, resolution of issues, and assisting in requests.
• Provide training and guidance to all department users of the financial systems.
• Lead special projects and process improvements within the AP department.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures as applicable.
• Act as back up for the AP Supervisor in their absence.

Required Education & Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounts payable experience
• Experience in electronic AP processing environments
• Knowledge of accounting principles and reconciliation processes
• Experience with month-end close

Technical Skills

• SAP proficiency
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills

Core Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Strong organization, time management, and prioritization skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business (preferred) or equivalent experience

Work Environment

Fast-paced, high-growth organization Minimal travel required Collaborative team environment with opportunities to drive process improvements

Why Choose Modine?

Health & Well-being:
Day One Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage Employee Assistance Program After 90 days of continuous employment Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay) 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100% 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100% Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)

Financial Benefits:

401k Retirement plan and company paid match Life Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Short Term Disability (company paid) Long Term Disability

Work-Life Balance:
Competitive time-off policies Tuition Reimbursement

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.