Job Summary

Accounts Payable Specialist III is responsible for timely processing of invoices including direct 3-way match, indirect, and 2-way match dropship.  Complete all SAP and foreign draft uploads. Work cross-functionally with Patterson business units and team members surrounding GRIR and Pre-Payment clearing requirements. Is the primary point of contact related to statement reconciliations for team and is the primary point of contact in working with internal and external audit. Works closely with supervisor and lead on overall team goals and objectives and works collaboratively with the team to achieve desired results.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Daily Procure to Pay invoice processing for all vendor segments and all invoice types while adhering to Sox controls

Maintaining a positive customer service culture while establishing rapport with branches and other Patterson teams to build effective relationships, and share wins and successes

Using available resources, technology, reference material, and any other form or process to assist in the processing of invoices

Analyze GRIR account activity and communicate unexpected trends to management on a timely basis

Pre-Payment processing, clearing of pre-payment activity daily, and completes Pre-Payment monthly reconciliation

Works with limited supervision and is responsible for some internal training as directed by lead, supervisor or manager as needed

Communicate training opportunities for existing and new employees on the current Procure to Pay (PTP) process and system

Has a proven track record of making a positive impact on the department goals and metrics

Additional functions

In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may perform the following additional functions.

Complete monthly vendor statement reconciliations and work with vendors to resolve discrepancies

Participate and occasionally lead meetings via remote technology with vendor or internal Patterson teams

Provide analytical support for Accounts Payable Supervisor and Shared Services Director

Some project-based collaboration with internal customers as needed

Developing and maintain KPI reporting for department

Primary SOX contact and support for audits

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Associate degree or above with general business or accounting concentrations, or at least 4 years equivalent experience in recent accounts payable transactional processing

Has strong organizational, planning, and multi-tasking skills, demonstrates sound judgment and excellent decision-making abilities, and shows a great attention to detail

Must have a proven ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Ability to learn and pivot in a fast pace and fluid environment

Preferred Qualifications

Uses technology with efficiency, including Microsoft 365, SAP ECC platform, and MS Outlook and Excel applications

Proven experience with excel knowledge including VLOOKUP and Pivot table functions

2 Way and 3 Way match - accounts payable experience

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

Operating a computer or other office devices for the majority of the workday 

May occasionally need to move packages up to 10 pounds such as office supplies or equipment 

Must be able to communicate with others in person, over the phone, and in writing

Must be able to understand and effectively exchange accurate information with others such as coworkers, customers and vendors  

Must be able to read and interpret various electronic and written documents

Environmental Factors

This position is in an office environment in which team members occupy desks in assigned areas or at meeting/collaboration spaces within the building. The building’s primary work areas consist of desks, chairs, computers and other office equipment and devices for professional services.  

Travel and On-call

Saturday or other critical workdays may be required on an as needed basis.

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount would be based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills. $22.60 - $27.69