Accounts Payable Analyst

Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Duration of role: Permanent
Number of Position: 1
Reporting to: Accounts Payable Supervisor
Location: Columbia, MD

 

 

About Us  

At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $600m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.

 

Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.

 

We are excited to potentially welcome you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.

 

 

About the Role 

The Accounts Payable Analyst plays a key role in managing the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices while serving as a primary point of contact for vendor inquiries related to invoicing and payments.

 

What You’ll Do 

• Perform complex invoice review and three-way match (PO, goods receipt, invoice).
• Review, validate, and research/resolve discrepancies involving purchase orders, goods receipts, vendor statements, freight invoices, and internal cost centers.
• Monitor aging reports, open GR/IR balances, and unmatched invoices; drive timely resolution with procurement, receiving, and warehouse teams.
• Utilize AP automation platforms to manage invoice workflows, approvals, and exceptions.
• Assist in the streamlining and automation of invoice processing.
• Dealing with vendor queries
• Reconciling monthly vendor statements
  
• Partner with procurement, receiving, operations, and finance teams to resolve purchasing, receiving, or invoice workflow issues.
  

 

Additional Expectations

• Prior experience with automation platforms (e.g., Stampli, Quadient/AP Essentials)
• Comply with all company policies, including the Code of Conduct and Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal product compliance requirements.
• Support all activities required to meet Compliance Management System goals.
• Raise any compliance-related concerns to a supervisor, manager, Leadership Team member, or through the confidential whistleblower service.

 

 

What You'll Bring

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 3+ years of accounts payable experience, ideally within a manufacturing or multi-location environment.
• Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Analyst or in a similar role.
  
• Strong understanding of three-way match, purchase order processes, and inventory-related AP
  
• Knowledge of accounts payable processes and procedures.
  
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, data analysis).
  
• Proficient in using accounting software and MS Office, especially Excel.
  
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
  
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  

 

 

What You'll Get  

• Pay range: $55,000 to $70,000 USD per year. This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus.
• Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.
• Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.

 

 

 

 

 

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Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon completion of post-offer requirements in accordance with applicable law.