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Accounts Payable | Accounting Specialist
MTE Hydraulics - Rockford, IL
About MTE Hydraulics
MTE Hydraulics is a U.S.-based, globally recognized manufacturer of high-quality hydraulic DC and AC power units, hydraulic generators, gear pumps & motors, and flow dividers. Our products support thousands of OEM partners worldwide—powering everything from precision medical equipment to large off-road machinery.
For over 50 years, we’ve been known for reliable engineering, compact power solutions, and exceptional value. Join our team and contribute to a company that continues to innovate and lead in the hydraulic industry.
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking an Accounts Payable / Accounting Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for daily accounts payable activities along with providing general accounting support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.
Specific Duties
- Process vendor and intercompany invoices for payment
- Apply vendor credits and deductions as needed
- Resolve discrepancies identified during the 3-way match process
- Maintain electronic files and/or file documents as required
- Work with Purchasing to set up new vendors
- Reconcile credit card statements to expense reports and verify policy compliance
- Respond to vendor and internal inquiries in a timely, accurate manner
- Obtain updated COIs/W-9s from vendors
- Review and follow up on unvouchered receipts
- Maintain confidentiality of company and vendor information
- Monitor A/P aging reports and provide periodic updates on activities or issues
- Enter approved customer credit memos
- Adhere to internal control policies and procedures
- Assist with audit inquiries
- Serve as a backup to other accounting roles
- Perform other duties as assigned, which may include:
- Applying customer payments and handling remote deposits
- Answering incoming calls
- Sorting and distributing mail
Essential Skills and Experience
- Associate’s Degree with a minimum of 2 years of related experience
- Proficient computer skills including MS Word and Excel
- Manufacturing environment experience preferred
- Solid basic accounting knowledge
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment
- Team-oriented with the ability to work independently
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
- Quick learner with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Reliable, and punctual
The employer reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, or seniority.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you worked in a manufacturing environment?
- Do you have experience with 3-way matching (PO, receipt, invoice)?
- Are you able to work on-site each day?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24