Accounts Payable Specialist

Company Description

Our purpose is to make a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

At Silfab Solar, the energy of our people is the power behind our success. Our employees actively shape the solar innovations of tomorrow, while adhering to the highest ethical operating standards and promoting a respectful and safe workplace for our diverse workforce.

Silfab Solar is the North American leader in the design, development, and manufacture of high-efficiency, premium quality solar cells and solar modules. Silfab leverages more than 40 years of solar experience and best-in-class technologies operating state-of-the-art facilities in Burlington, Washington, Fort Mill, South Carolina, and corporate headquarters in Toronto, Canada. Each operating facility features multiple automated production lines, certified to the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System standard, and just-in-time manufacturing to deliver Buy American approved PV modules specifically designed for and dedicated to the North American market.

We are committed to investing in our employees, providing a dynamic and supportive environment for learning and professional growth. We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for advancement, but more importantly, we offer you the ability to make a real difference in the world.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Perform functions of Accounts Payable using Business Central.  

• Weekly payment transactions including wire transfers.  

• Daily invoicing functions. 

• General understanding of freight and customs processes. 

• Ability to trace transactions through system and determine sources of discrepancies and make corrections. 

• Manage high-volume email correspondence regarding accounts payable. 

• Assist with the efficient, accurate, and timely execution of period end closing activities. 

• Comply with policies and procedures to ensure the integrity of the accounting function(s). 

• Follow up on inquiries and assist managers with cost center issues. 

• Review weekly A/P aging’s, provide resolution and/or escalate issues to Accounting Supervisor. 

• Assist Accounting Manager with external audits. 

• Assist with month-end close related to vendor statement reconciliation and accruals. 

• Complete all mandatory learning requirements in a timely manner  

• Provide support to other members of the finance team as needed 

• Other duties as assigned.  

Qualifications

Skills  

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.  

• Strong leadership and team building skills.  

• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.  

• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.  

• Ability to use mathematics to solve problems.    

• Ability to create, manage, and edit spreadsheets, charts, and graphs.    

Traits  

• Effective communicator, both written and spoken. 

• Good attention to detail   

• Ability to assess problems and quickly developing scenarios for solutions 

• Solid judgement, and ability to take personal responsibility and ownership of all work performed. 

• Enjoy working with numbers and willing to be cross-trained for multiple functions 

Education and/or Experience  

• High School Diploma required.  

• Minimum of 2 years’ Accounts Payable, Finance or Banking experience.  

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business preferred.

• Knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Outlook. 

• Knowledge with accounting software (i.e., Business Central, QuickBooks) and/or ERP software preferred.  

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits 

• Competitive Market Wages 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan  
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans 
• Health Savings Account option  
• Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance Plans 
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Tuition Reimbursement Program  
• Employee Recognition Programs 
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program 
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.