Accounts Payable Specialist

 As a premier global food provider, the OSI Group partners with the world’s leading foodservice and retail food brands to provide concept-to-table solutions that delight consumers around the globe. 

Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm, and where you can learn and grow to your full potential. We’re looking for individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and who enjoy working as a team to deliver unparalleled service and solutions to our customers. 

Position Summary:

This role is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely entry of vendor invoices in the ERP system in full compliance with the company policy for each invoice type and approval threshold. This position reports to the Accounts Payable Supervisor and works closely with cross-functional stakeholders in our plants and corporate offices.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

•                    Job is an individual contributor.

•                    Job is an individual contributor and has no direct reports.

•                    Perform a variety of processing functions using enterprise-wide accounting system including domestic and international raw material purchases, invoice reconciliation, and resolution of supplier credit claims.

•                    Process invoices and payment request forms using enterprise-wide accounting system.

•                    Review materials management report to identify goods receipt/invoice receipt variances (i.e., unpaid, incorrect amounts, etc.) and resolve to close purchase order.

•                    Support the month-end close process related to accounts payable.

•                    Ensure compliance with all company AP related policies and standardized processes.

•                    Identify continuous improvement opportunities and support implementation of best practices.

•                    Provide audit support and process audit requests.

•                    Create and maintain desk procedures including customer/vendor specific knowledge and instruction.

•                    Strive to maintain excellent stakeholder relations through professional conduct.

•                    Provide backup to other departmental positions as needed.

•                    This role has the responsibility to understand and place in practice appropriate safety procedures.  This responsibility is achieved through education, training, use of protective equipment (as applicable) and by following safety policies, regulations, standards, and laws.

•                    Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills:               

•                    1-3 years of experience in related field is preferred.

•                    Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite Products.

•                    Experience with 3- way match in manufacturing environment preferred.

•                    Proficient computer and 10 Key skill.

•                    Associated Degree or equivalent work experience in corporate accounts payable function.

•                    Previous experience in manufacturing ERP; SAP, Basware experience highly desirable.

•                    Attention to detail and accuracy in work essential to success.

•                    Logical and methodical approach to problem-solving.

•                    Strong basic math and reconciliation skills.

Preferred Education:

•                    High School Diploma and/or equivalent work experience is required.

•                    College courses in general accounting, preferred.

•                    Associated Degree in Accounting/Business a plus.

•                    AP Specialist certification a plus.

Compensation/Benefits:  

The hourly range for this role is $22.40–$33.60, with a midpoint of $28. Offers are typically made between the minimum and midpoint of the range, based on skills, experience, and internal equity. In rare cases, highly qualified candidates may receive an offer above the midpoint; however, offers at the maximum of the range are not customary. The salary range posted represents the low and high end of OSI’s salary range for this position. Salaries will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to, location, education, skills, experience, and performance. Base salary is one component of OSI’s overall total rewards package. Other components may include bonuses, special pay programs, comprehensive time off, 401k with match, and a full suite of benefit offerings for you and your family.

Work Environment:                 

•                    Work is generally performed within a business professional office environment, with standard office equipment available.

•                    Work conditions are typical of an office environment.

•                    This role does not require any domestic travel

•                    Position may require the physical agility of lifting up to 15 pounds

•                    Position may require frequent and/or infrequent of bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, stretching/reaching, use hands or fingers, talk, hear, feel objects, tools, controls and standing/walking on concrete flooring.

•                    Position may require the physical ability to stand/walk for Less than 4 hours.