Accounts Payable Specialist

Werfen

Werfen is a growing family-owned innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis Acute Care Diagnostics Transfusion Autoimmunity and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line we research develop and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe and our workforce is more than 7000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas our commitment to customers and our dedication to innovation and quality. Were passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Position Summary:

Under general supervision this position is responsible for the processing of invoices/accounts payable for multiple Werfen companies. This individual will also resolve vendor issues by working with procurement team receiving personnel and vendor contacts.

Key Accountabilities:

Essential Functions:

• Receives and processes payment for invoices related to receipt of goods and services
• Facilitates the resolution of problem invoices with vendors and/or procurement team these problems may include issues with purchase orders receiving and pricing discrepancies
• Perform 2-way and 3-way purchase order matching to ensure accuracy of invoices before payment
• Verifies that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures
• Manage weekly payment runs either by check or Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
• Responsible for monitoring of un-invoiced receipts and determining appropriate action.

Secondary Functions:

• Maintains excel spreadsheets providing data on problem invoicing issues
• Reconcile various accounts to the general ledger
• Assist in training new employees
• Other duties as required

Budget Managed (if applicable)

• N/A

Internal Networking/Key Relationships

• To be determined based on department needs to include interactions such as:
• External vendors
• Supplier Management & Procurement team
• Materials Management team
• Senior Cost accountant
• Various cross functional teams within the organization
• Financial Planning & Analysis team

Skills & Capabilities:

The ideal candidate for this position will exhibit the following skills and capabilities:

• Ability to work independently
• Well-developed oral and written communications skills

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination harassment or retaliation based upon an individuals race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity/expression national origin/ancestry age mental/physical disability medical condition marital status veteran status or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process please contact for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.