Accounts Payable Analyst - Process & Vendor Relations Pro

Rise Baking Company; Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Rise Baking Company in Minneapolis, MN is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to process and analyze vendor invoices across multiple business units. You will ensure accurate coding, review PO receipts, respond to vendor inquiries, and support month-end close and 1099 activities.

The role requires 2+ years in AP/APAR, strong Excel/Word skills, and ERP experience (Navision, Great Plains, or SAP). Join a fast-paced team that values accuracy, initiative, and collaborative problem-solving in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 2-year associate's degree in accounting or higher preferred
• 2+ years of accounts payable and/or accounts receivable experience
• Prior experience in a multi-factory or multi-division company preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel and Word)
• ERP experience, preferably with Microsoft Dynamics Navision, Great Plains, or SAP
• Process-driven with excellent customer service skills
• Able to take initiative, including a strong desire to suggest and develop process improvements
• Critical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, goal oriented, quality driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Solid work ethic demonstrating strict attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Process and analyze accounts payable transactions for multiple business units while fostering positive relationships with vendors.
• Review, route for approval, code, and process vendor invoices efficiently and accurately.
• Identify, research, and resolve PO receipt to invoice matching discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Respond to inquiries from vendors; research and resolve issues or discrepancies.
• Regularly review and perform follow-up actions for items received but not invoiced.
• Reconcile vendor account statements, ensuring balances are current and in good standing.
• Provide support to other Accounts Payable team members as needed.
• Assist with annual processing of 1099s.
• Support month-end accounting close and special projects.
• Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service skills

Initiative

Problem-solving skills

Verbal and written communication

Multi-tasking / Organizational skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree in accounting preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Navision

Great Plains

SAP

Excel

Word

Job description

Rise Baking Company in Minneapolis, MN is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to process and analyze vendor invoices across multiple business units. You will ensure accurate coding, review PO receipts, respond to vendor inquiries, and support month-end close and 1099 activities.

The role requires 2+ years in AP/APAR, strong Excel/Word skills, and ERP experience (Navision, Great Plains, or SAP). Join a fast-paced team that values accuracy, initiative, and collaborative problem-solving in a