Accounts Payable Analyst - Part Time

Central Garden & Pet; California, Walnut Creek (MO, CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Accounts Payable Analyst in a part-time remote role. This position is vital in driving efficiencies within Accounts Payable, ensuring timely and accurate processing of transactions. You'll engage with a diverse customer base while leveraging your analytical skills to resolve discrepancies and improve processes. With flexible hours and a supportive work environment, this opportunity is perfect for self-starters looking to make an impact in a dynamic team. Enjoy the benefits of working with a leader in the Pet and Garden industries, dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Company-provided laptop

Flexible work hours

Remote work opportunity

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of accounts payable or related experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and analytical skills are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is required.

Responsibilities

• Review invoices and statements, verify information, and enter transactions.
• Resolve invoice and pricing discrepancies with supervisors and vendors.
• Compile data and analyze to create custom reports for internal use.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Customer Service

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Process Improvement

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Mainframe-based Enterprise Systems

Job description

DoMyOwn, a subsidiary of Central Garden & Pet, has an opening for an Accounts Payable Analyst to join our team in this remote opportunity. This is a Non-Exempt, part-time position. During the slow season (Fall through Winter), this role will work approximately 20 hrs. per week, with the flexibility to work up to 35 hrs. per week during the busy season (Spring through Summer). Flexibility with the daily work window is preferred, but hours should fit within 8AM EST - 6PM EST. Compensation starts at $16.00/hour, based on experience.

This position plays a key role in Accounts Payable (AP) by driving standardization and process efficiencies. It involves providing excellent customer service and processing transactions to support AP responsibilities within Do My Own. The role may involve working in various disciplines within AP, including transaction processing of direct and indirect spend and problem resolution. It also includes assisting with process improvements and delivering cost-effective services.

Key Responsibilities

1. Deliver operational goals within assigned areas, ensuring timely and accurate completion of work and daily tasks.
2. Review invoices and statements, verify information, determine accounts, and enter transactions.
3. Verify accuracy, consistency with internal processes, and completeness of accounting documents.
4. Reconcile invoices for daily payment processing.
5. Resolve invoice and pricing discrepancies with supervisors and vendors.
6. Analyze transactions to identify discrepancies and perform necessary corrections.
7. Assist in preparing accounting statements or reports.
8. Compile data and analyze to create custom reports for internal use, government agencies, auditors, and consultants.
9. Ensure timely and accurate invoice entry.
10. Maintain proper documentation supporting AP transactions.
11. Work directly with vendors to request invoices, resolve discrepancies, and maintain good standing.
12. Communicate regularly with updates, job status, and work schedule with the team.
13. Perform other duties as assigned to support operations.

Education/Skills/Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of accounts payable or related experience preferred.
• Experience handling a large customer base and high transaction volume.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter with goal-oriented mindset.
• Knowledge of AP and financial concepts preferred.
• Experience with mainframe-based enterprise systems.
• Ability to work in a metrics-driven environment.
• Strong customer service and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and processing accuracy.
• Process improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience in Consumer Products or shared service environments is a plus.

Working Conditions

• Company-provided laptop and equipment.
• Based in the Atlanta, Georgia Metro-area is preferred.
• Eastern time zone familiarity is a plus.
• Minimal travel expected.

DoMyOwn.com is part of Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT, CENTA). We have been dedicated to nurturing healthy homes for over 40 years, with fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion. Our mission is to lead the Pet and Garden industries with innovative products. Our brands include Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone, and Pennington. Central is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, with 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. We participate in E-Verify.

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