Analyst, Accounts Payable

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what'spossible?

Location : Carrollton Headquarters

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for day-to-day oversight and relationship management of an Accounts Payable Portfolio, Reporting Units, and / or Critical Suppliers. The Analyst leads a team, including an Accounts Payable Specialist and Shared Operations Support (SOS), to drive continual process improvements using OPS core values. The Analyst is directly responsible for daily tracking of team and department goals, development of effective and ongoing training, and reaching a level of operational efficiency that results in reaching an on-time payment goal of 98% or higher.

Key Responsibilities

Provides analytical / technical business support for the assigned portfolio and departmental projects

Performs root cause analysis, presents results, and makes solution recommendations

Using critical thinking skills, directly and proactively interacts with suppliers and internal customers to resolve various processing / payment roadblocks

Assists in the preparation and analysis of supplier discounts maximization

Reviews, targets, and assists in establishing electronic invoicing and payments for suppliers in their assigned portfolio

Prepares monthly portfolio analysis and metrics of supplier payments using the department's established protocol

Other duties as assigned

Required Education & Experience

Years of Experience : 2 - 4 Years

Field(s) of Expertise : AP or AR

Preferred Education & Experience

Years of Experience : 5 - 7 Years

Field(s) of Expertise : AP

Preferred Licenses and Certifications :

• Proficiency in Word & Excel. Working knowledge of PowerPoint
• Strong reconciliation, organization, and time management skills
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, proven business acumen, exceptional interpersonal capabilities and possess an attention to detail.
• SAP Experience desired.

Spans of Control

Does this role manage Southwire Team Members : No

Travel

Domestic Travel - Up to 25% of Time

Physical Requirements

Standing - 20% of time

Sitting - 20% of time

Walking - 20% of time

Working Conditions

Office

Equipment

Computer / Keyboard

Competencies

Action Oriented

Balances Stakeholders

Collaborates

Customer Focus

Nimble Learning

Plans and Aligns

Skills

Accounts Payable

Basic Accounting Principles

Financial Analysis

Governance

Payment Processing

Process Improvement

Tactfulness

Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

Trustworthiness

Vendor Relationship Management

Benefits We Offer :

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