Accounts Payable Lead

McKinley Paper’s Wisconsin Mill, located in Combined Locks, Wisconsin, is seeking an Accounts Payable Lead for a temporary assignment lasting 6 to 8 months. As part of McKinley Paper, a division of Bio Pappel, the Wisconsin Mill is the company’s largest facility and has a proud history of innovation and manufacturing excellence dating back to 1889. The mill specializes in producing high-quality recycled container board, natural kraft packaging, bag, and other paper products.

This role offers the opportunity to join a team that values integrity, competitiveness, teamwork, innovation, and sustainability. The Accounts Payable Lead will play a key role in implementing new software to automate the accounts payable process, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations.

• Post business transactions, process invoices, and verify financial data to maintain accurate accounts payable records.
• Provide clerical support necessary to fulfill the organization’s payment obligations.
• Maintain meticulous records of outstanding payables and ensure timely payments to vendors.
• Review and assemble invoices for payment, obtaining proper approvals as required.
• Clarify any questionable invoice items, prices, or receiving signatures.
• Maintain copies of vouchers, invoices, and correspondence for record-keeping.
• Check vendor files for previous payments and assign voucher numbers.
• Prepare vouchers with detailed invoice information in accordance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Reconcile vendor statements and verify invoices against purchase orders, ensuring goods or services were received before issuing payment.
• Assist with the implementation of new software to automate accounts payable processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field from an accredited institution preferred.
• 2-4 years of related accounts payable experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems is helpful.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Effective time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Physical requirements:
  
  Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods while working on a computer and lift up to 15 pounds as needed.

McKinley Paper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.