Accounts Payable Analyst

Kongsberg Maritime, a subsidiary of KONGSBERG, is a global marine technology company, providing innovative and reliable technology solutions for all marine industry sectors including merchant, offshore, subsea and naval. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales and service facilities in 34 countries. Kongsberg Maritime is a market leader in systems for positioning, surveying, navigation and automation. Important markets include countries with significant offshore and shipyard industries. We are determined to provide our customers with innovative and reliable marine electronics that ensure optimal operation at sea.AtKONGSBERG, we believe in tackling challenging problems and delivering extreme performance for extreme conditions.We do that through excellent products and services developed for delivering the greatest benefits to our customers.Finance department is a part of the KM Global Customer Support division and Financial Accounting main area of expertise lies within supporting the business to achieve the rules, processes, and standards for financial recordkeeping, also supporting the systems that produce financial statements.An exciting opportunity has arisen as Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for processing vendor invoices and payments accurately and on time for Mexico, Chile, and Panama.This role ensures compliance with local tax and accounting requirements, supports month-end closing activities, and maintains strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.Main responsibilitiesDaily Processing invoices and payments. Codes and enters invoice details, verifies approvals, and ensures accurate payment processingDaily Verification of Accounting MailboxesMaintaining up-to-date vendor profiles, handling contact information, and resolving payment-related disputes efficiently.Strengthening vendor relationships ensures smoother transactions and enhances credibility.Reviewing employee expense reports ensures alignment with company policies. Proper oversight prevents misuse and maintains accountability.Regular reconciliation of accounts payable ledgers ensures accurate postings and balances with vendor statements. This helps maintain consistency and error-free financial records.Payment monitoring: Timely monitoring of payments prevents delays and penalties, safeguarding the organization’s reputation and financial health.Ensuring all account payable reports and processes adhere to internal controls , tax laws, and legal requirements minimizes risks and supports audit readiness.Verifying invoices for legitimacy ensures that transactions are accurate and adhere to company policies. This step is critical for fraud prevention.At least 2 years in an Audit/Accounting FirmAdvanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including the use of pivot tables, VLOOKUP functions, and conditional formatting, are vital for data analysis and reporting.Knowledge of accounting software such as COI/CONTPAQ, alongside an understanding of financial reporting tools, helps in maintaining accurate financial records.Familiarity with online payment platforms and the ability to analyze financial data further enhances one’s capability in finance management.SkillsStrong communication and writing skills.Excellent analytical and numeric report skills.Critical thinking and problem-solving ability.Collaborative work capabilities, Able to work as part of a team.Positive attitude, cope with challenges and finding solutions.Go-ahead spirit and target oriented.Highly organized with the ability to prioritize own workload.Focus on the internal & external customer’s needs and expectations.Select department below in order to start your application: #J-18808-Ljbffr