An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
The Accounts Payable Clerk is focused on assisting on the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable process throughout Johnny's Selected Seeds. This position plays a key role in the overall success of the Finance team while working in true partnership aligned with internal customers and external vendors. The ideal candidate is self-driven, comfortable communicating by phone and email, maintaining confidential information, a team player, resourceful, and has a proven work history with exceptional organizational and processing skills. This position is part-time in Fairfield, Maine.
Responsibilities:
Process AP invoices for payment in accordance with internal processing and approval policies. Reconcile amounts due to vendors and collaborate with them to align our records with theirs. Assures timely and accurate processing. Maintain focus on cost-effective processes to benefit the company. Provide vendor resolution on outstanding issues by phone and email and communicate with team members Communicate and interact with internal departments on invoice approvals and provide guidance for efficient processing. Collaborate with the Finance Team to pull documentation during year end or other audit engagements. Collaborate with the Finance team to meet department deadlines by cross training other positions within the department, if needed. All other duties as assigned
Education:
Minimum of 1+ years of relevant experience preferred
QualificationsSkills:
A record of efficient performance in an accounting environment. Experience with Sage Intacct preferred but not required. Experience with Adobe and MS Office Product Suite. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must have strong analytical skills. Must be able to communicate effectively and cooperatively, in a clear and concise manner. Assume responsibility and initiative. Attention to detail and proven problem resolution skills. Willingness to accept new responsibilities and initiative to grow the position, as the company expands.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to move, manipulate and operate computer equipment with multiple computer monitors Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time Ability to lift and bend (up to 35 lbs. occasionally)
Benefits:
Health Insurance (HMO, PPO, HSA) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account (MedicalDependent Care) Employee Stock Ownership PlanProfit Sharing 401(k) Employee Discount Maternity/Paternity/AdoptionFoster Care Leave Company Paid Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Voluntary Pet Insurance Company Paid Short-Long-Term Disability Insurance Paid Time Off If you are passionate about good, healthy food and would choose to work for a company with fellow co-owners who are passionate about our mission and values, Johnny's may be the place for you! Johnny's Selected Seeds is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status
