Accounts Payable Specialist II

About the position

Cox Automotive is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist II to manage all Accounts Payable functions within Enterprise Finance & Accounting. This hybrid role, based in Atlanta, Georgia, involves customer service management, transaction reconciliations, payment research, and training new team members. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Accounts Payable and customer service, with excellent communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee resolution of daily incoming/outgoing phone and email requests across all AP functions.
• Research, troubleshoot, and resolve complex exceptions across all AP Functions within defined service level agreements.
• Review & Reconcile supplier statements for billing optimization efficiency, resolve unapplied credits and supplier refund checks.
• Create and track Service Station incidents for Cox internal/external customers.
• Work closely with internal/external customers to resolve billing issues/disputes with excellent customer service.
• Partner with various accounting divisions for analysis and any re-class entries for AP transactions to ensure accuracy of Cox financial records.
• Research and troubleshoot system accounting errors.
• Train new Accounts Payable Specialists that are onboarded.
• Partner with other Cox Client Support groups to maintain cross-departmental connections and train on Accounts Payable policy and procedures.
• Assist in process development and Standard Operating Procedures documentation for Accounts Payable.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with 3+ years experience in a fast paced Accounts Payable environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Effective accounting and organizational skills required.
• Excellent computer and software knowledge essential, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, with Oracle.
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet multiple deadlines.
• Experience working with customers or vendors to resolve AP issues with an excellent customer service track record.

Benefits

• Paid jury duty
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Volunteer time off
• Bereavement leave