Accounts Payable Clerk

seaboardfoodscareers; Merriam (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision & dental benefits upon

401K with company match

Paid Time Off & Company Holidays

Wellness Program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee pork purchase program

Job summary

Seaboard Foods is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk for our Merriam, KS office to join the accounting team and process high-volume invoices accurately and timely.

The role includes verifying approvals, matching invoices, addressing missing information with vendors, and collaborating across departments to maintain strong internal controls and timely payments. Experience with AP automation and large ERP systems is valued, along with strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; Bachelor's degree a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounts payable, accounting, or related financial experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience working with AP invoice automation systems.
• Experience working within a large ERP environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, with strong data entry, 10-key, and typing skills.
• Experience with Nitro Pro or similar PDF management software is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Responsibilities

• Daily responsibility around high-volume PO and non-PO invoice processing.
• Verifying approvals according to approval matrix.
• Matching invoices to manual check payments.
• Handling the organization and digital filing of paper invoices
• Comply with AP policies.
• Ensures missing information is obtained from vendors in a timely manner to support payment processing.
• Collaborate with other individuals in the company to ensure invoices are complete and accurate.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Nitro Pro

Job description

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

We have an Accounts Payable Clerk opportunity in our Merriam, KS office. In this role, you will be an important member of the accounting team. The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for receiving, verifying, and processing accounts payable invoices for assigned suppliers in a timely and accurate manner. This position will also resolve problems with incorrect/incomplete invoices by contacting the appropriate internal personnel and/or the supplier.

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh® pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. We are a Fortune 500 employer, recently nominated by the Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work, representing our dynamic culture, where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned.

• Daily responsibility around high-volume PO and non-PO invoice processing.
• Verifying approvals according to approval matrix.
• Matching invoices to manual check payments.
• Handling the organization and digital filing of paper invoices
• Comply with AP policies.
• Ensures missing information is obtained from vendors in a timely manner to support payment processing.
• Collaborate with other individuals in the company to ensure invoices are complete and accurate.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES

instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; Bachelor's degree a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounts payable, accounting, or related financial experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience working with AP invoice automation systems.
• Experience working within a large ERP environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, with strong data entry, 10-key, and typing skills.
• Experience with Nitro Pro or similar PDF management software is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Regular physical presence in the office
• Ability to remain seated for extended periods and move throughout the workspace as needed
• Visual acuity for tasks such as data review and analysis
• Use of hands/fingers to operate office equipment and tools
• Mental focus to manage job responsibilities and provide analysis
• Frequent communication with coworkers/suppliers, including exchanging accurate information

• The noise level in the work environment depends on which environment you are in
• The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested.

WHY SEABOARD FOODS

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee pork purchase program

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site: https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans' status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.