Accounts Payable Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:

The A/P Specialist is responsible for ensuring invoices are paid correctly and on time. S/he will verify accuracy of invoices, communicate with internal and external customers and perform administrative or clerical duties.

This position has the responsibility to always comply with Safety work rules as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures and activities, related to Food Safety & Quality, are followed and complied with uniformly, in an effort to reduce product and process variability.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process invoices and credit memos.
• Verify accuracy of invoices and credit memos by reviewing quantities, prices, coding and appropriate signatures of approval.
• Communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies and respond promptly to information requests.
• Provide backup for other staff members.
• Perform administrative or clerical duties including filing, copying, faxing, sending mail and typing.
• Accountable for a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.
• Adhere to Quality work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• A combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the duties of the position as described above.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Effective English oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with others.
• Demonstrated aptitude for effective, efficient and innovative use of IS technologies. Proficient in MS Excel and Word preferred.
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented and able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.