Accounts Payable Associate

Overview

This remote part-time position supports accounts payable and purchasing claim reviews. The role involves auditing supplier obsolescence and cancellation claims, validating costs, ensuring compliance with contract terms, and preparing detailed audit reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review assigned supplier claims and audit supporting documentation
• Validate costs and confirm compliance with contract terms and conditions
• Prepare audit files, recommendations, and detailed audit reports
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to determine settlements
• Track open claims to support timely resolution
• Support PO Follow Up for General Motors by:
  • Analyzing open purchase orders and identifying outstanding items requiring resolution
  • Coordinating with plants, suppliers, requestors, and buyers to resolve and close open POs
  • Researching and resolving discrepancies related to purchase orders, invoices, receipts, and payments
  • Following up on outstanding purchase orders and ensuring timely resolution of open items
• Review accounts payable transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures
• Communicate with internal departments, suppliers, and other stakeholders regarding invoice and PO-related issues
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to purchase orders and accounts payable activities
• Assist with reconciliation and resolution of discrepancies between purchase orders, receipts, and invoices
• Prepare reports and perform audits to ensure data accuracy and timely resolution of outstanding items
• Monitor assigned workload and follow up on aging or unresolved items
• Maintain confidentiality of company, supplier, and financial information
• Maintain a high level of accuracy, professionalism, and customer service

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years or older
• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• Experience in auditing, finance, purchasing, tax, or cost analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP, and Conditional Formatting
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple claim reviews and meet deadlines independently
• Familiarity with automotive manufacturing processes and cost factors such as labor, materials, and profit
• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of related professional experience
• Successful completion of background check
• Must pass an internet speed test:
  • download equal to or greater than 25
  • upload equal to or greater than 5
  • ping ms equal to or less than 175
• Must have the ability to connect with an ethernet cable to a modem/router
• Due to varying state and local minimum wage laws, candidates must reside in states where the compensation structure complies with applicable wage regulations; applicants from certain states or municipalities may not be considered

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous accounts payable, accounting, purchasing, procurement, or related experience
• Strong organization skills
• Excellent time management skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay rate: $48.27 per hour (please note this rate may be below your state's minimum wage; consider this when applying)
• Estimated salary range for this role: $48.27 an hour
• Paid training
• Career growth opportunities
• Full benefit options, including:
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Voluntary dental and vision programs
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO) or vacation and/or sick time
• In addition to base pay, the position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive based on business need

Location

• Remote
• Production shift (part-time hours): Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM EST (capable of accommodating a variable schedule)

Not hiring in the following geographies (including but not limited to states)

AK, AZ, CA, CT, CO, HI, IL, MA, MD, ME, MO, MT, NE, NJ, NY, RI, OR, VT, WA

Metro areas: Minneapolis - MN, Washington, DC, Denver - CO, Boulder - CO, Edgewater - CO, Flagstaff - AZ.