Accounts Payable Specialist

Cascade Engineering is a Family of Companies that invests in our triple bottom line philosophy - People, Planet and Profit. We have been in business for 50 years in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We manufacture injection molding/plastic products for automotive, office furniture, polymer compounding, waste and recycling industries. We focus on driving organizational excellence through a people centered leadership culture based on the principles of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

Are you looking for a positive and encouraging environment? Are you seeking a position where you are included, recognized and celebrated? You belong here! Are you excited for what is ahead? We are too!

Scope of Responsibility

Cascade Engineering has an opening for an Accounts Payable Specialist working independently in all accounting areas.

Location: EastPlant (5175 36th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512)

Target Pay: $45,949 - $63,180.00 per year

Hours: Day Shift (starting at 30 hours a week or more)

Responsibilities

Day to Day - Review and record invoices from vendors, including matching purchase orders and receivers to invoices. Monitors recurring invoices to ensure receipt and timely payments. Processing weekly check run by scheduling vendor payment checks

Customer Focus - Works with vendors, purchasing, and business units regarding payment status inquiries and to resolve invoice and payment issues

Project Management - Understands cash flow cycle from purchase order to payment and the role of the Accounts Payable department. Administers policies and procedures of the finance area as they relate to the responsibilities assigned. Other duties as assigned by supervisor

At Cascade Engineering, we welcome and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an authentic workplace where everyone belongs and thrives, and we look forward to welcoming candidates who are enthusiastic about contributing to our community. If you are passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply. We recognize that women and people of color are often underrepresented in manufacturing and want to see this change. When making hiring decisions, we believe in considering the whole person and the life experiences they bring to our teams. Our diversity drives our innovation and has been integral to our success.

• Associate’s degree with 2+ years related experience or HS diploma/GED with 3+ years related experience in accounting/general business administration
• Knowledgeable in fully integrated ERP systems, QAD Preferred
• Strong communication and customer service skills to handle requests from vendors
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Excel
• Detail oriented with organization skills

• A sense of humor

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - Starting on Day 1
• Life Insurance (Company Paid and Supplemental)
• 401K with match – Starting on Day 1
• Quarterly Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

Perks

• Weekly Pay
• Flexible Hours & Scheduling
• Attendance Recognition Program
• Voucher programs for Safety Shoes and Prescription Safety Glasses
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Referral & Retention Bonus Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Uniforms / T-shirts
• Employee Resource Groups
• Smoking Cessation Products and Program