Why Badger Meter?
 

Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company, with a mission to preserve and protect the world’s most precious resource.  For more than 100 years, cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable, clean and resilient.  Just like every drop counts, at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!

What You Will Contribute:
 

The Accounts Payable Coordinator is primarily responsible for performing a variety of duties related to the timely and accurate processing and payment of invoices in the Accounts Payable system in accordance with prescribed procedures and accounting practices. Included in this function are necessary control procedures insuring proper processing and payment of vendors. Invoice processing consists of auditing invoices for proper general ledger account number, price, receipt, sales tax, discounts, and approvals. 

Job Duties:

• Prepare invoices by verifying the three-way match of invoice to purchase order to receipt, auditing each invoice for proper general ledger account number, sales tax, pricing, and quantity, and Marshing information and approvals.

• Match payment documents (check/direct deposit) to vendor invoices, verifying that the vendor’s name and address (when applicable) matches the payment.

• Periodically review outstanding reports identifying received/not invoiced purchase orders to follow up with vendors or others throughout the company.

• Print all applicable accounts payable reports during the month end closing process and prepare the related general ledger account analysis.

• Perform back up duties for others in the department when they are out of the office such as inventory invoice processing

• Review new vendors to obtain W-9 forms and tax identification numbers and update this information in the A/P system.

• Annually, assist the staff accountant to compile the list of vendors requiring a 1099 tax form, update information in the 1099 program, and distribute the tax forms on or before the required due date.

• Manage incoming and outgoing mail for the department; Manage outgoing FedEx packages for Finance Department.

• Participate in cross-training for self-development as well as to add to the depth of knowledge necessary to support the volume and variety of work.

Education and Experience:

• High School/GED required; Associate's Degree in Accounting or a related field preferred

• 0-1+ years of related experience preferred

Qualifications:

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and A/P Programs preferred

Competencies:

• Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

• Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.

• Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.

• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment.

Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:

• Competitive Pay

• Annual Bonus

• Eligible for Annual Pay Increases

• Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage 

• 15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays  

• Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation.  In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!

• Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more 

• Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 

• Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the “EEO is the Law” poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

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