Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world's leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road-helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

In Your Daily Job You Will:

• Perform day-to-day financial transactions including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts payable and accounts receivable data.
• Prepare work by gathering and verifying documents and related information.
• Code invoices with correct general ledger account number and process for payment; schedule and prepare disbursements.
• Ensure the accurate payment of vendor invoices via check, wire, and/or electronic filings, and attach appropriate remittance documentation.
• Research any discrepancies and respond to all accounts payable inquiries from vendors, management, and other members of the organization.
• Reconciliation of vendor statements and follow-up on all open A/P items.
• Post cash receipts including necessary research to ensure payments are posted to the proper customers and invoices.
• Perform collection activities; identify, and collect revenue from delinquent customer accounts; notify customers of insufficient payments.
• Monitor open accounts receivable balances and aging reports.
• Maintain accounting ledgers by posting account transactions.
• Perform month-end closing of A/P and A/R systems; reconcile accounts and prepare journal entries; and produce preliminary financials through trial balance.
• Reconcile monthly bank statements.
• Responsible for petty cash; distribution of funds and reconciliation of account.
• Report monthly sales figures to corporate.
• Perform ad hoc reporting and provide financial and accounting information to management upon request.
• Maintain financial security by following internal accounting controls.
• Review online time sheets, wage computation and other information to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies.
• Process, verify, and transmit payroll to outside vendor.
• Enter employee information into the payroll system.
• Verify attendance, hours worked, and pay adjustments, and post information into designated records.
• Record employee information such as exemptions, transfers, and terminations to maintain and update payroll records.
• Track leave time, such as vacation for employees.
• Issue and record adjustments to pay related errors or retroactive increases.
• Handle confidential information with complete security.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned by the manager.

YOUR BACKGROUND

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to proficiently use computer programs such as Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively with internal/external personnel, customers, vendors, and suppliers.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work to meet time sensitive deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma; or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of accounts payable and accounts receivable experience.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; and basic math skills.
• Must be detail-oriented and thorough.
• Must have the ability to meet time-sensitive deadlines; prioritize assignments, and provide follow-up as required.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Must be proficient with computers and demonstrated skills in office applications such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Intermediate proficiency level with Excel preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field is preferred, but not required.
• SAP software experience in a manufacturing environment highly desired.
• Familiarity with international A/P wires a plus.

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Fertility Coverage

APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET'S CHANGE TOMORROW!

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