Accounts Payable Process Owner / P2P Specialist

Job Title: Accounts Payable Process Owner / Procure to Pay (P2P) Specialist

Location: Wichita, KS
Reports To: Assistant Corporate Controller

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm, in office (not remote); 40 hours weekly

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Process Owner is responsible for managing and improving the entire AP workflow, ensuring timely and accurate processing of purchase orders, invoices, and vendor payments. This role does not manage people; instead, it serves as the primary owner of AP processes, systems, and standards. The ideal candidate thrives in a PO‑driven environment, excels at identifying workflow improvements, and can help modernize the company’s P2P (Procure‑to‑Pay) operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase Order & Workflow Management:
  • Manager the full PO-to-invoice workflow, including 3-way matching.
  • Monitor PO compliance and resolve discrepancies with procurement and operations.
  • Maintain accurate PO records and assist in implementing PO policies.
• Process Ownership & Optimization:
  • Identify opportunities to streamline AP and PO processes.
  • Lead system improvements, automation initiatives, and standardization.
  • Partner with IT, procurement, and operations to enhance efficiency.
• Vendor Relations & Support:
  • Serve as main point of contact for vendor inquiries and issue resolution.
  • Maintain positive vendor relationships and help negotiate terms when needed.
• Compliance & Reporting:
  • Ensure AP operations follow company policies and internal controls.
  • Support audits through documentation and process explanations.
• Invoice & Payment Processing:
  • Oversee timely and accurate invoice processing.
  • Provide recommendations for payment runs.
  • Manage electronic payments and check processing workflows.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of hands on Accounts Payable experience.
• Experience in PO-driven environment required.
• Strong knowledge of AP processes, ERP/financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to analyze workflows and implement improvements.

Core Competencies

• Process ownership and accountability.
• Strong attention to details and accuracy.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.
• Excellent cross-department communication skills.

Perks/Benefits:

Competitive Pay of $30 - $35 per hour depending on experience, Paid time off and Holidays, Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Company Match 401(k), Company Paid Life Insurance, Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability, Company Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About PK:

PK Companies Group, LLC, founded in 1997 and headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, and The Woodlands Texas specializes in industrial specialty services across various sectors, including oil, gas, petrochemical, aerospace, commercial, and manufacturing industries. The company operates through three main divisions:

PK Safety: Offers on-site safety services, including medical services, safety attendants, field safety representatives, rescue services, safety training, and safety equipment rental.

PK Technology: Provides inspection services utilizing proprietary intelligent software designed to deliver real-time data and comprehensive insights, aiding clients in making informed, data-driven decisions.

PK Industrial: Provider of industrial specialty services, focusing on passive fireproofing systems, industrial coatings, tank linings, scaffolding, and insulation.

Why You'll Love Working at PK

We are leaders – Leadership is not limited to our management team. It's something everyone at PK embraces and embodies.

We are operators – We believe the only way to predict the future is to build it. Creating solutions to lead our company and our industry is what we do on every project, every day.

We are learners – Everyone here is continually learning on the job, no matter if we've been in a role for one year or one minute. We are committed to learning and implementing what is best for our customers, merchants, and us.

We are one team – The magic of PK is our people, together making our inspiring goals attainable and driving us to greater heights.

If this sounds good to you, come join us. Apply Today!

PK Companies Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

All hiring decisions are based on the qualifications of each candidate compared to other candidates and business needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our company, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the form I-9.

8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday (40 hours weekly)