At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Consider Applying Here, If You Want To

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.
  
  

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Accounts Payable Lead

The Accounts Payable Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily activities of team members. The position is responsible for researching and resolving various accounting, invoice and payment processing, and Supplier issues. The Lead directs team members toward department goals and supports the workload by reviewing processes and procedures to improve workflow. Communication and problem solving are key components of the position.

Essential Functions

• Ensure clear and current communications with team members regarding AP procedures
• Relay Company communications to team members and field questions, if necessary
• Ensure continued progress toward department goals
• Assist team members with new processes to accomplish team goals and individual KPIs
• Encourage and assist team members in a positive manner
• Improve and maintain Supplier relationships through effective communication
• Escalate Supplier inquiries and/or complaints to Supervisor when necessary
• Address past due accounts and escalate issues to Supervisor/Manager immediately
• Work with AP Supervisor and other departments on process improvements
• Review weekly AP reports with Supervisor and assist with resolving issues
• Complete assigned tasks and projects from AP Supervisor/Manager
• Assist with the development of goals and KPIs for team members
• Review KPIs for transaction processing time to ensure terms are met
• Effectively and efficiently communicate with AP Supervisor/Manager regarding workload imbalances and needs for process improvement or staffing changes
• Strong knowledge of and comfort with Oracle applications
• Strong problem solving, data analysis, multi-tasking, research, resolution and communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced computer program skills in Microsoft Office and Excel
• Proven ability to interact with team members and Suppliers in a professional manner, organize and set priorities, work effectively under pressure and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to train others, promote teamwork, exhibit leadership and creativity and have a strong work ethic
• Proven track record of integrity and trust; motivated to achieve goals
• Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
• 2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 2 Years – Experience in Position
• 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects
  
  

• experience may include a combination of work experience and education
• Preferred Qualifications:
• 4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 4 Years – Experience working in Position
• 4 Years – Experience managing people/projects
• experience may include a combination of work experience and education
  

Competencies

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

• Lead Like an Owner
• Makes safety the number one priority
• Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
• Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
• Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
• Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
• Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
• InnovACT
• Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
• Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
• Increases performance through greater efficiency
• Find a Way
• Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
• Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
• Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
• Empowered to be Great
• Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities
• Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
• Communicates effectively to manage expectations
  

Education

• Minimum Required:
• Associate's Degree in Accounting, Management or other related fields or equivalent experience
  
  

• Preferred:
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Management or other related fields or equivalent experience
  

Certification/License

• Required: N/A
• Preferred: N/A
  
  

Foreign Language

• Required: None Required
• Preferred: Native or Bilingual Proficiency
  
  

Typical Compensation Range

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

$27.41 - $36.31 / Hourly

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

• *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.
  
  

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Niagara Plant Name

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