**Job Summary:** The Accounting Specialist independently performs the accounts payable functions, including timely processing of invoices, check runs, resolving discrepancies with vendors, participating in month-end close, assisting with audits and maintaining the vendor master file (VMF). **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:** + Perform standard 3-way match of invoices, verify coding and approval and process in a timely, accurate and efficient manner + Process weekly check runs and submit positive pay files, as well as submit requests for International wire payments + Review the aging and proactively communicate and resolve discrepancies in all aspects of accounts payable and maintain a clean AP aging + Prepare the monthly A/P accruals to support month-end close and run the A/P reports for the period, as well as assist with financial audits + Update new and existing vendor records and banking details by processing required forms + Monitor prepayments made and clear them in a timely manner + Support CBS(Crane Business System) efforts in the department + Any other task assigned by supervisor or management **Minimum Qualifications:** + Experience: 0-3 years in Accounts Payable or equivalent + Knowledge: Knowledge of accounts payable, office and clerical techniques, methods and practices, filing systems and Microsoft Office. + Skills/Abilities: Ability to work in an independent and team setting with both, internal and external suppliers and customers. + Strong communication skills, and the ability to prioritize and perform high data entry + Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent **Working Conditions:** + Standard office environment + Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail + Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment + Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE + May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes + Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task + Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task + Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds + Pushing (in pounds): up to 10 pounds + Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets + Workspace (line, cube, etc): cubicle/desk **Hourly Compensation Range: $26.13/hr. - $32.06/hr.** Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. _This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job._ _Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status._ At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us. The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.