Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description:

Are you an experienced accounting professional that is detail-driven and delivers results through accuracy, leadership, and continuous improvement?

Miller Electric, an ITW company, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our in-house accounting team in Appleton, WI. In this key role, you’ll take ownership of ensuring correct approval, coding, and matching of invoices and receipts. This position is also responsible for communicating with vendors to resolve accounts payable issues and booking journal entries. Verifying accuracy of payments and attention to detail on all requests. You’ll serve as a core leader within the accounting team by ensuring financial integrity and upholding ITW principles.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

Financial

• Entering vendor invoices
• Resolve invoice processing issues
• Received not invoiced clean up
• Material invoice processing, 3 way match
• EDI processing
• Analytical and reconciliation skills
• Assist with projects assigned by supervisor
• Understanding sales and use tax law
• Be analytical, inquisitive, and precise in explanations
• Demonstrate a strong ability to understand macro and micro trends to quickly discern inaccuracies

Team Development

• Help other employees understand how their decisions will impact financial results

• Identify, communicate, and train others on key business drivers

Continuous Improvement

• Apply sound judgment to analyze processes, identifying, and acting upon opportunities to reduce complexity and simplify processes
• Perform related work as apparent or assigned

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE:

• Leadership: Demonstrates a proven track record of leadership and a highly motivated approach to achieving results.
• Detail-Oriented: Maintains a sharp sense of business priorities with strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Effective Communicator: Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills to engage effectively with others.
• Collaborative: Develops positive and productive peer relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
• Growth-Minded: Willing to develop self and others, demonstrating potential for future opportunities within the organization.
• Problem Solver: Resolves issues and conflicts in a timely and professional manner.
• Independent: Learns quickly and works effectively with minimal supervision.
• Multi-Tasker: Balances multiple projects while meeting business deadlines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree in accounting or related field
• Previous accounts payable experience
• Accounting in a manufacturing environment is a plus Analytical and reconciliation skills
• Proficiency with Excel, is required
• Strong problem-solving skills, prioritization, organizational and data entry skills
• Effective communication skills
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and standards
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude

Company Description

Comprised of a market-leading portfolio of best-in-class brands, the businesses of ITW Welding work together to provide premium performance delivered through a breadth of solutions encompassing welding, cutting, consumables, and accessories.  ITW Welding North America represents Miller Electric Welding Equipment, Safety & Accessories, Hobart Filler Metals, and Bernard / Tregaskiss MIG Guns. 

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment. 

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people. 

Additional Information 

• ITW Welding is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
• Why ITW Welding?  
• Here’s what we offer to help you build the future you want: 
• Generous Retirement Benefits – 401(k) match PLUS an additional retirement contribution to help you plan for the future. 
• Paid Time Off – 11 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and vacation time to take time for what matters. 
• Company-Paid Insurance – Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance to give you peace of mind. 
• Family-Friendly Benefits – 4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement to support your family journey. 
• Education Assistance – tuition reimbursement because we believe in investing in your personal and professional development. 

At ITW Welding, we’re not just a place to work – we’re a community that empowers you to grow and make a real impact. Join us and build a career that makes a difference! 

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.