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.

Job 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 Sr. Accounts Payable Manager and works closely with cross-functional stakeholders in our plants and corporate offices.

Job Responsibilities

• 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 invoice and check 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; prepare analysis and journal entry.

• 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.

• Monitor individual metrics to ensure performance is aligned with individual and departmental goals, objectives, and SLA.

• Provide backup to other departmental positions as needed.

• This role has the responsibility to understand and places 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 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.

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 rate for this position ranges from a low of $22.40to a maximum of $33.60, with offers typically between the low and middle of the range, based on education, skills, experience and internal equity among other factors. This role is eligible for overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week. As part of a complete total rewards package, OSI also offers comprehensive paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays and other programs), 401k with matching company contributions, a full suite of benefit offerings (medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary coverages) for you and your family and educational assistance with opportunities for professional development.

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.

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