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JMA is restoring U.S. leadership in wireless technology at a critical time in the transition to 5G. It makes the world’s most advanced software-based 5G platform, designed, coded, and manufactured in Syracuse, NY at the only U.S.-owned 5G factory in the country.
Across its global tech centers, JMA makes 5G possible for organizations with the most critical connectivity demands in the world. JMA’s technology is ushering in a new era of connectivity for leading mobile carriers, the most iconic stadiums, major universities, leading healthcare centers, the busiest transit centers, and the U.S. Military.
5G is more than another G on your phone — it is a generational opportunity to change the way the world operates. Join the industry’s fastest growing technology company to shape that future today.
The Associate Specialist - Accounts Payable is responsible for providing effective, efficient, and accurate financial transactions. This position will report directly to the Accounts Payable Manager and is responsible for providing financial, administrative, and clerical services. Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner will ensure that JMA finances are accurate and up to date to allow suppliers to be paid within established time limits.
Position Responsibilities:
- Ensuring imaging of invoice and supporting documents is timely and accurately performed.
- Enters invoices into system after validating that the invoice, receiving report and purchase order properly match.
- Proposes GL account and cost centers by analyzing invoice or purchase order text.
- Resolves pricing discrepancies between supplier invoice and JMA purchase order by working with the Purchasing department.
- Resolves quantity discrepancies between supplier invoice and JMA receiving report by working with the Receiving department.
- Pays vendors by monitoring discount opportunities and ensures credit is received for outstanding discrepancies.
- Reconciles supplier accounts by verifying monthly statements and internal receiving documents.
- Respond to external vendors and internal managers regarding all aspects of the accounts payable process, including processing invoices for payment and calculating/validating sales tax.
- Assists in the monthly financial statement closing process by preparing assigned reports or providing documentation as directed by the Director of Accounting As necessary.
- Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
- Identifies opportunities for continuous process improvement and work with other teams to implement and monitor new processes and procedures which reflect any changes to the business.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Experience:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting preferred and/or Associates Degree with combination of relevant work experience in Accounts Payable.
- Preference will be given to candidates who possess a background in manufacturing, telecommunications or similar industry.
- Must be able to work independently as well as thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, team environment.
- Must have the ability to approach situations with a problem solving methodology.
Computer Requirements
- Strong computer skills are required including familiarity with windows-based programs such as Microsoft productivity tools (e.g., Excel, Word, Access and Outlook).
- Additional preference given for familiarity with manufacturing or ERP systems and data entry and/or collection from such systems (SAP, MediusFlow, Concur etc.).
Skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Information collection and management skills.
- Problem identification and resolutions skills.
- Written and verbal communication skills.
Working Conditions
- Works in a fast-paced office environment.
$62,000 - $63,000 a year
The U.S. national annual base salary range for this role is $62-63K a year. The range includes the base salary that is expected to be paid for this role. Actual base salary will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to the scope and complexity of the role, the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and knowledge, peer and market data and geographic location.
At JMA, our people are deeply committed to their work and we provide benefits to match. When you join JMA you have immediate access to everything you need. Whether you're looking for employee discounts, financial, legal and/or childcare resources and support, we have you covered. We believe in providing comprehensive health and wellness coverage along with monetary rewards towards health goals, in addition to numerous company-provided personal protection benefits at no additional cost to you.
At JMA, we don’t just accept differences — we embrace them. JMA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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