Description
JOB SUMMARY
The primary responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Specialist include but are not limited to, performing accounting & clerical tasks related to the maintenance and processing of accounts payable for a company with a high volume of transactions. Works schedule is Mon – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in person, remote work not available for this position
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Education – 2 Year College Degree or accounting certificate program required
- Three years plus of related work in accounting
Requirements
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIIES
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with management, coworkers and vendorsKnowledge of accounting policies and proceduresAbility to work independentlyComputer proficiency – Microsoft office requiredOrganizational skills including prioritizing and meeting deadlinesKnowledge of business functionsMust be able to multi-task with many distractionsDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintains vendor accounts and files, identifying, researching and correcting problems with vendors and buyers.Organizes and maintains incoming purchases orders, accounts payable invoicing and payment processing systemTracks incoming freight and processes freight billingsVerifies receiving reports and inventory matching with purchase ordersReconciling monthly payables ledgers with vendor statementsProcessing vendor invoices for paymentPerforms check runsMonitor and organize the email for Accounts PayableResolves inventory and accounts payable issuesRetains a system of filing and record keeping for purchase orders, bills, and vendors including updating and archiving recordsCross train and provide cross training to cover other accounting department positionsBackup for staff members including answering multi-line telephone systemPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to climb 24 stairs as needed throughout the day.Must be able to sit for extended periods of time while performing various computer tasks.Remain in stationery position for long periods of time.Requires ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Must be able to frequently lift and move objects up to 35 pounds.Must be able to use shoulders, arms, hands to reach forward, overhead, downward and to the side.WORKING RELATIONSHIP
You must be able to work closely with the administration, purchasing team and receiving personnel. Teamwork is a definite must.
BENEFIT PACKAGE
At Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, our employees are more than just employees—they are employee owners. Any team member who works at least 1,000 hours over a 50-week period will automatically qualify to become an owner through the Mill’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). At Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, we believe in supporting our employees, both personally and professionally, and making a difference in the communities we serve.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes :
Medical, Dental, and Vision InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO) and Paid HolidaysProduct DiscountsA Self-Funded 401(k)Volunteer Opportunities : We encourage our employees to give back to the community by offering opportunities to volunteer during work hours, strengthening our collective impact on the causes we care about. At Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, we believe in supporting our employees, both personally and professionally, and making a difference in the communities we serve.APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Apply online at www. alaskamillandfeed.comCandidates are required to fully complete the job application to be considered for this position.All references must be professional and / or from a previous employer.Job offers are based on the results of a complete criminal background & reference check.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, Inc. makes every effort to ensure that in every phase of its recruitment and selection process, equal employment opportunity is provided to all individuals, regardless of race, color, sex, age, creed, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability, national origin or citizenship, or veteran’s status.
