Office Generalist

The Office Generalist is responsible for performing a variety of administrative functions for the Erie PA facility including accounts payable purchasing and general administrative tasks.

In This Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Accounts Payable Responsibilities:

• Acquire required information to set up new suppliers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records.
• Process and record all invoices.
• Reconcile statements and payment records.
• Correspond with suppliers regarding billing and payment inquiries.
• Set up and maintain supplier ACH banking information.
• Ensure timely processing of payments (check runs ACH).
• Review vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform other accounts payable duties as needed to support the business.

Purchasing Responsibilities:

• Process receiving documents and enter purchase orders/requisitions into the system.
• Resolve part-number issues with outside suppliers.
• Maintain and update material master files.
• Meet and communicate with suppliers as needed.
• Work with internal departments to resolve receiving and material issues.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality on-time delivery and cost efficiency.
• Perform other purchasing duties as needed to support the business.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary switchboard operator.
• Open sort and distribute incoming mail.
• Prepare and send certified mail; manage birthday cards and flower orders.
• Order and maintain office supplies.
• Support the records retention program.
• Enter data into Velocity.
• Order and distribute anniversary gifts to employees.
• Assist with employee engagement activities.
• Assist with physical inventory audits.
• Perform other general administrative duties as needed to support the facility.

For This Role You Will Need:

• Associate degree or a minimum of three (3) years of equivalent experience in Accounts Payable and Purchasing.
• Strong PC skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word Excel and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated detail-oriented and equipped with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively with limited supervision.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Knowledge of Pennsylvania Sales Tax requirements.
• Knowledge of 1099 and W-9 processing.
• Understanding of physical and physical inventory processes.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible competitive benefits plans to meet you and your familys physical mental financial and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans with dental and vision coverage Employee Assistance Program 401(k) tuition reimbursement employee resource groups recognition and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal) vacation and holiday leave.

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