Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Compiles and maintains accounts payable records. At Sargento, you work for a company you believe in, with a family of people who believe in you. Our culture stems from a simple premise : Hire good people and treat them like family. At Sargento, you can make decisions based on how they affect people as well as the long-term health of our company. You will be encouraged to make a meaningful difference in the community, in the company and in your career. With diverse experiences and tools to learn and develop, you can transform your aspirations into reality. If youre ready for the right place to belong and grow your career, you can find it here. Benefits that set us apart. Comprehensive medical including Fertility, Adoption benefits, Dental, and Vision Insurance Remote day Fridays Onsite Health & Wellness Center Employer 401K contribution in the top 1% of the nation Relocation Assistance Tuition Assistance Access to Employee Store

What You Do. Uses established procedures to accurately and timely process inventory and non-inventory accounts payable transactions in VIM and SAP. Analyzes and processes non-routine / exception accounts payable transactions. Is responsible for the SAP Goods Received / Invoice Received reporting, reconciling discrepancies. Interacts with the Procurement Department, Shipping / Receiving Departments, other internal customers and outside vendors to investigate invoice pricing and quantity differences, developing expertise over certain plants / vendors. Ensure that internal controls and procedures are followed and identify any discrepancies to management. Act as a back up to co-workers within the department. Prioritize and organizes workflow, handles routine inquiries and multiple tasks simultaneously. Makes recommendations for process improvements based on observation and system analysis. Understands accounts payable sales and use tax guidelines and issues, working with the Tax Department as required. Answers routine accounts payable vendor inquiries, audits and statement reconciliations in a timely manner. Forwards sensitive or complex vendor issues to appropriate supervisor for resolution. Maintains excellent client service relationships with internal and external clients. Understands the importance of confidentiality in all these relationships.

Your Education and Experience. Associates degree in Accounting (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or one to two years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and...