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Bennington is the market leading pontoon boat manufacturer and a wholly owned subsidiary of Polaris Industries, a Fortune 500 company.  We pride ourselves on delivering a boating experience that’s second to none through our emphasis on innovation, design, product quality, and relentless focus on customer satisfaction.  Our team members live that passion every day and have fueled our growth across 6 buildings in Elkhart, IN.

The Accounts Payable Associate is responsible for oversite of accounts paid through the accounting department.  Key job responsibilities will include entering invoices and issuing payments, as well as tracking/evaluating day-to-day activities.  The Accounts Payable Associate will assist in developing and implementing systems for collecting, analyzing, verifying and reporting information, as well as ensuring all transactions are recorded appropriately.  This individual will work closely with our financial management team.

·         Process invoices and outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures

·         Perform day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts payable data

·         Prepare payments, update invoices, and bank deposits when necessary

·         Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted

·         Verify discrepancies and resolve clients billing issues

·         Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements detailing accounts payable

·         Assist with internal and external audits

·         Assist with month end close processes, including account reconciliations, internal controls, and preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules

·         Establish and maintain fiscal files and records to document transactions

·         Assist with the engagement of various Polaris corporate accounting functions and initiatives

·         High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or similar desired, or equivalent qualification or a combination of job-related education

·         Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role or function, ideally within a manufacturing environment and/or in a publicly traded company and/or public accounting firm

·         Knowledge of basic accounting principles

·         Understanding of SOX compliance preferred

·         ERP experience preferred

·         Skilled in cross-functional collaboration

·         Strong organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

·         Ability to work autonomously

·         Thrives in a fast-paced work environment

·         Strong time management skills

·         Strong interpersonal and communication skills including strong phone etiquette skills

·         Willingness to work extra hours as needed