What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable-Vendor Specialist position at Metropolitan Companies?
Description
Metropolitan Companies is looking for a Vendor Specialist to join our team! The Vendor Specialist, as part of the Accounts Payable department, is responsible for governance and maintenance of vendor master data across all affiliated organizations. This person will work with business requesters and various process owners to maintain proper, up-to-date, information on vendor data while adhering to company standards. The Vendor Specialist will ensure compliance with company process, policies, and procedures within established Service-Level Agreements (SLA's).
We have a competitive package that includes benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability), holiday pay, paid time off, bonus, 401k, and more. If you are flexible, motivated and want to join a growing company, then this is the role for you!
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with departments and divisions across the organization to ensure authenticated vendors are properly onboarded and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
- Verify documentation received for onboarding new vendors and updates to existing vendor master data.
- Address any queries from business requesters in relation to vendor master data.
- Respond to escalation requests from business users.
- Provide strict adherence to company processes with a clear understanding of current workflow management in ERP systems to ensure seamless integration across departments and improve efficiency.
- Collect and prepare required documentation and work with Finance team on audits.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Competencies:
- Excellent teamwork, interpersonal, communication, organization, and decision-making skills.
- Good time management with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail is critical.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree Preferred.
- 2 years of experience in AP and/or Data Verification preferred
- Understanding of workflow management in ERP systems
- Excel skills required.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability)
- 401k Plan
- Holiday Pay & Paid Time Off
- Bonus Program
- Rent Discount
- Employee Referral Program
About Metropolitan Companies
At its inception over 35 years ago, Metropolitan Management Group began on the principle of an honest handshake. Today, that handshake represents the strong relationships we have built with our team members. It is due to their complete efforts and commitment to our company that has made us a successful leader in the Real Estate Industry.
Over the years, we have grown into Metropolitan Companies, and our culture emanates an entrepreneurial spirit, respect, and responsibility. We have firmly committed to support these aspects of our team members careers, both professionally and personally. While these core elements reflect our strong standards, they also create and promote a positive work environment.