Accounts Payable & Purchasing Specialist

Join Our Team as an Accounts Payable & Purchasing Specialist!

Sumco Group LLC, a growing and dynamic company based in Indianapolis, IN, is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join our finance team. In this full-time, on-site role, you'll play a key part in helping to manage day-to-day accounting and purchasing operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. If you have a strong background in accounts payable, vendor management, and ERP systems—and are looking for a company that values your contributions—we want to hear from you!

Job Title: Accounts Payable & Purchasing Specialist

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Sumco Group LLC – Indianapolis, IN 46231

Pay: From $60,000

Benefits

- 401(k) with company match

- Health, dental, and vision insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off (PTO)

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable & Purchasing Specialist to support our accounting and procurement operations. This role is essential in ensuring accurate financial records, maintaining vendor relationships, and managing purchasing activities in line with company policies and accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform daily accounting functions, with a focus on accounts payable and purchasing

- Initiate and monitor purchasing transactions in compliance with accounting standards

- Monitor inventory levels and issue purchase orders as needed

- Process ad-hoc purchase orders for supplies, maintenance, and special projects

- Evaluate vendor performance and identify opportunities for cost savings

- Maintain up-to-date vendor records, including payment terms, tax data, and contact information

- Reconcile purchasing records with the general ledger and resolve any discrepancies

- Accurately post invoices to appropriate general ledger accounts and departments

- Prepare weekly payment requests and process approved payments

- Code and reconcile corporate credit card transactions

- Support month-end and year-end close activities to ensure timely financial reporting

- Generate and manage ad-hoc reports, as well as monthly and annual data tracking

- Collaborate with internal departments to support budgeting and financial planning

- Maintain clear and professional communication with management and team members

- Work cross-functionally with vendors, customers, and operations staff to resolve issues

Other Duties

- Perform additional related tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (preferred)

- Minimum 4 years of experience in accounting and or purchasing roles

- Experience with Accounting and ERP software (preferred)

- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills

- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities