Submission #246

An established, Santa Maria agriculture company is currently seeking a full time Accounts Payable Specialist. The candidate will primarily manage purchase orders – to vendor invoice payable data entry.

Summary/Objective

Under the general direction of the AP/AR Manager, provides administrative support; compiles, processes and maintains accounts payable records for the multiple companies within the organization.

Essential Functions

· Cash receipting payments received from customers/vendors.

· Manage accounts payable process for multiple internal companies.

· Maintains accounting records by making copies, scanning, and filing documents. Mail distribution.

· Verifies purchase orders for accuracy, analyze billing discrepancies, and follows up with ranch foremen and managers.

· Responsible for invoice coding and cost allocations.

· Prioritize invoices according to payment terms, take advantage of potential discounts.

· Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.

· Process payments utilizing a variety of methods checks, wires, and credit cards.

· High volume data entry within accounting databases Famous, Microsoft Office, Adobe.

· Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies.

· Assist in month-end reporting procedures and completing bank statement reconciliation.

· Communicate with other departments, coworkers, customers; respond to vendor inquiries in a professional manner.

Minimum Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent required

· 1 year of office/clerical support experience.

· Excellent computer skills, specifically Excel and Word.

· Exceptional organizational skills, with ability to work independently.

· Customer service and negotiation skills.

· Must be reliable and precise - attention to detail essential.

· Capable of prioritizing work flow in a fast-paced environment.

· Ability to be an effective team member and display initiative.

· Strong problem solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, research and resolution skills.

· Knowledge of applicable accounts payable/general ledger procedures, and financial chart of accounts.

· Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division quickly and accurately.

Perferred Qualifications

· 1+ years of accounts payable experience

· Experience with Famous Software

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain all duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We offer competitive compensation packages and opportunities for professional growth. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for accounting, we encourage you to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and make hiring decisions based on merit. Recruitment, hiring, training, and job assignments are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, reproductive health decisionmaking, marital status, disability, or any other protected classification

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:

Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
Accounts Payable: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person