Accounts Payable Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Receives and reviews invoices, verifying compliance with organizational policies, and seeking additional information as needed to ensure proper processing.
• Researches and resolves concerns or discrepancies associated with processing invoices and purchase orders.
• Processes and audits freight carrier invoices, using proper coding and routing for approval.
• Codes and enters invoice amounts into the company’s ERP software system.
• Assists with processing employee reimbursement requests using the SAP Concur reporting system and auditing for compliance with company travel policy.
• Assists with processing expenditures from multiple company credit card accounts and ensures compliance with company purchasing policy.
• Responds to inquiries from vendors.
• Ensures effective inter-departmental relationships and timely resolution of issues when working with Purchasing, vendors, and vendor credit departments.
• Serves as backup for processing payments.
• Maintains a working understanding of relevant ERP modules.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures and operates all equipment in a safe and food-safe manner.
• Complies with Bob’s Red Mill food safety policies and procedures including adherence to FDA regulations, Safe Quality Food (SQF) Standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Responsible for reporting food safety and quality concerns to Supervisors and/or Department Manager.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

• None.
• This position reports to the Accounting Manager.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Ability to read and interpret invoices, statements, and other requests for payment.
• Possesses effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Skilled in paying close attention to detail.
• Ability to perform accurate and timely data entry.
• Ability to balance multiple needs and priorities.
• Ability to stay organized and meet deadlines.
• Familiar with GAAP and best practices.
• Proficient in understanding ERP systems and associated logic.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Skilled in using Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiar with accounting software.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate information effectively in English with professional proficiency.
• Demonstrates Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, and Determination.
• Ability to work in an environment where exposure to potential food allergens is or may be present.

• 2 or more years of accounts payable experience, AND
• Associate degree in business, accounting, or similar field; OR
• Any combination of education and additional years of experience that provides the necessary skills, knowledge, and ability to perform assigned tasks.

• Position requires the ability to sit for up to approximately two hours at a time.
• May be required to lift items weighing up to 25 pounds.

• The primary environment for this position is in an office setting. There are no adverse conditions associated with this position.
• Remote work may be available as an option.
• Employees will be exposed to common food allergens.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Profit Sharing Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program – counseling, legal issue support, financial guidance, and more.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Childcare Discounts
• And MORE!