Accounts Payable Clerk

Johnny's Selected Seeds; Fairfield (ME); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Johnny's Selected Seeds is seeking a part-time Accounts Payable Clerk onsite in Fairfield, Maine. The role supports day-to-day AP operations within the Finance team, handling invoice processing, vendor communications, and year-end documentation as needed.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of relevant experience, proficiency with accounting tools (Sage Intacct preferred), and strong communication, analytical, and detail-oriented skills to maintain confidential information and support

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant experience preferred in an accounting environment.
• Experience with accounts payable processes and vendor communication is helpful.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to maintain confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Process AP invoices for payment following internal policies.
• Reconcile amounts due to vendors and align records with theirs.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices.
• Maintain cost-effective processes to benefit the company.
• Provide vendor resolution by phone and email; communicate with team.

Skills

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem resolution

Team player

Initiative

Tools

Sage Intacct

Adobe

MS Office

Job description

Accounts Payable Clerk

Onsite - Fairfield ME

Position Summary:

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

Qualifications & Skills:

• 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:

• 401(k)
• Employee Discount
• 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