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. Cross-Functional Support Associate II The Accounting Cross-Functional Support Associate II will provide assistance across various divisions within the Accounting Department, including Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP), by aiding with overflow workloads. This role could also manage projects and perform testing for BOT and application implementations. The position requires maintaining high productivity levels and delivering exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders, as well as vendors. Eligibility for this position is limited to current or former members of Niagara's Accounting Team. Essential Functions + Learn and quickly adapt to essential team functions + Data accuracy, reporting, and analysis + Teamwork, collaboration + Process improvement initiatives + Strong and effective written and verbal communication + Networking skills and positive, motivating energy Accounts Payable + Process invoices, including multi-step, both manually and electronically, using 3-way match system and 2-way match system and apply payments to appropriate invoices using payment applications such as wires or credit cards + Research and correct payment discrepancies + Research and correct invoices that are processed manually and via automation such as: OTM, EDI, OBN and BOTs + Recommend updates for automation tools such as: OTM, EDI, OBN and BOTs; work with the AP Analyst or Continuous Improvement Team for implementation + Recommend updates to team workflow and standard procedure to complete tasks + Voice recommendations/enhancements on reporting that will improve time efficiency in AP + Research and correct invoice and payment discrepancies + Review invoices against payment selection and resolve discrepancies + Take appropriate discounts and meet payment terms that optimize rebate opportunities + Solve issues through communication with affected internal departments and suppliers + Create and maintain job aids to improve workflow + Continually review processes, procedures and work habits to improve workflow and cost saving opportunities + Suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy + Pull reports as needed + Research and resolve complex supplier issues and disputes by coordinating with supplier and internal teams to ensure prompt and effective resolution + Preform monthly accrual review + Prepare for Month End Closing: + Review Monthly Aging Report + Review Prepayments and apply payments accordingly + Research invoices in Exception Report and adjust incorrect postings + Maintain a high level of productivity and strive to meet KPIs + Provide excellent customer service to suppliers and internal departments + Ability to perform mathematical computations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and fractions quickly and accurately + Strong problem solving, analytical and multi-tasking skills + Solid knowledge of and comfort with automation applications such as, but not limited to: Monitor Pro, OACS, Agile + Advanced computer program skills in Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point + Ability to work independently, and with a team, in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy, organization and timeliness + Ability to competently use a computer keyboard and 10-key, both, by touch Accounts Receivable + Perform business to business (B2B) collections by collecting on receivable balances per payment terms + Develop and manage close professional relationships with customers’ Accounts Payable department including responding to emails and phone calls for current statement, invoices or POD requests + Meet and exceed team and individual KPIs + Review accounts receivable aging and reconcile accounts + Review weekly reports and address any issues as needed + Work closely with the Sales team to resolve customer disputes + Identify customer deductions and short payments, and process or dispute as needed + Validate and dispute or clear deductions/short payments related to fines by researching information provided + Identify on account payments and overpayments, and apply to correct transactions + Understands how to do basic functions, handles a variety of customers. 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: + 1 Year – Experience in Niagara’s Accounting Department + 2 Years – Experience* in Accounting Field or similar business environment *experience may include a combination of work experience and education + Preferred Qualifications: + 3 Years – Experience in Niagara’s Accounting Department + 4 Years – Experience* in Accounting Field or similar business environment *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: + High School Diploma + Preferred: + Associate's Degree in Accounting or working towards this goal Foreign Language + Required: None Required + Preferred: Native or Bilingual Proficiency Typical Compensation Range Pay Rate Type: Hourly $23.58 - $31.24 / 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. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees. Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless! Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere. From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members. We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family! Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.