Accounts Payable Coordinator (SAP)

Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States. Onsite, mostly desk-based work with periodic movement through production, testing, file, and office areas. Minimal periodic travel may be required.

Company

Finance operations supporting vendor payments, accounting controls, compliance, and continued business growth.

What you will do

• Process vendor invoices, maintain transaction documentation, and support timely payments.
• Apply use tax requirements to multistate purchases, maintain exemption certificates, and manage tax self-assessments.
• Resolve payment inquiries, supplier disputes, credit holds, and complex discrepancies through research and root cause analysis.
• Prepare accounts payable reports, aging analyses, metrics, and information for intercompany reconciliations.
• Support vendor onboarding, audits, month-end close, and general ledger reconciliations related to accounts payable.
• Identify and implement process, policy, and automation improvements while collaborating with internal teams and external vendors.

Requirements

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience; manufacturing experience is highly desired.
• At least 2 years of experience maintaining an ERP system; SAP experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft products, with demonstrated problem-solving ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to maintain confidential information, exercise sound judgment, work independently, and meet deadlines with strong attention to detail.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time position within the Finance department reporting to the Controller.
• No direct reports; requires effective communication with supervisors, colleagues, internal stakeholders, and external vendors.
• Work includes extended computer use, data entry, and review of detailed technical information.
• Occasional physical activity may include lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, and squatting.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals.