Accounts Payable Specialist II

Job ID: 113341 

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.  

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Accounts Payable Specialist II for our Bridgeton, MO facility.  This position will be responsible for preparing and entering invoices in our system in a timely manner for payment.  This role will work on statements and special projects as well, when needed.

• Post and balance financial data in various ledgers such as accounts payable
• Troubleshoot general accounts payable questions
• Perform a variety of more complex accounting tasks in accordance with standard procedures
• Check and verify transactions to ensure consistency and accuracy of accounting documents
• Verify accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents
• Prepare bills and invoices for payment
• Maintain vendor files and communicate status of payments as required 
• Identify, investigate, and follow up on billing discrepancies 
• Enter data into accounting system and prepare reports
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years of directly related experience
• Familiarity with accounting and bookkeeping procedures is required
• Proficient in Excel
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbally

The salary range for this position is $39,933.00/year- $51,913.00/year for the state of Illinois.  This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LSY #INDLSYS

Leonardo DRS Land Systems division is a recognized world leader in the integration of complex technologies into legacy systems and platforms for military and commercial customers globally.  DRS Land Systems offers a diverse portfolio of military products and technologies focused on battlefield reconnaissance and surveillance, survivability, lethality, heavy transport mobility, fuel and water distribution, radar and electronic systems testing.  Headquartered in Bridgeton, MO with a 100- acre heavy equipment manufacturing facility in West Plains, MO, and a site in Goleta, CA.   

DRS Land Systems offers a comprehensive benefits plan designed to meet the needs of all our employees:

·         Medical/dental/vision insurance

·         Pet insurance

·         401K retirement plan

·         Employee Stock Purchase plan

·         Short-term and long-term disability coverage

·         Life insurance

·         Vacation & Health & Emergency leave

·         Paid holidays

·         Paid parental leave

·         Student loan repayment

·         Tuition reimbursement

·         Flexible work schedule