Accounts Payable Specialist

CHS; Herman (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Inc. in Herman, MN is seeking an Experienced AP/AR Specialist to support the procure-to-pay process and drive efficiency within the finance team.

This onsite role involves handling supplier invoices, payments, and account reconciliations in a collaborative agricultural business. You will investigate discrepancies, maintain audit-ready records, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate processing and reporting.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in Finance, Accounting, or AP/AR.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Proficient in MS Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Process and monitor supplier invoices, payments, and related transactions.
• Research and resolve invoice, payment, and supplier account issues.
• Serve as a primary contact for supplier inquiries and maintain relationships.
• Monitor workflow queues, approvals, aging items, and department metrics.
• Identify root causes of payment delays and report findings.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Economics, Business, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS is hiring an Experienced AP/AR Specialist to join its finance team. The Experienced AP/AR Specialist will provide day-to-day support for the business unit customers and vendors through the entire procure-to-pay process and, at the same time, seek process improvement efficiencies and understand corporate structures, business contacts, and stakeholders. The person in this role will also participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

This role is onsite at our Herman, MN location.

Responsibilities

• Process and monitor supplier invoices, payments, and related transactions to ensure accuracy and timely resolution.
• Research and resolve invoice, payment, and supplier account issues, including past-due invoices and processing exceptions.
• Serve as a primary contact for supplier inquiries and maintain positive working relationships through effective communication.
• Monitor workflow queues, outstanding approvals, aging items, and department metrics to support operational objectives.
• Identify root causes of payment delays, document findings, and provide reporting or escalation support as needed.
• Maintain accurate records, supporting documentation, and audit-ready files.
• Utilize financial systems and tools to process transactions, track activity, and support system enhancements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve invoice and payment issues and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives, documentation updates, testing activities, and departmental projects.
• Support cross-training efforts, provide backup coverage, and contribute to a collaborative, customer-focused team environment.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 1+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, and/or AP/AR
• High School diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications

• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Associate's degree preferred in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Economics, Business, Business Administration, or related field
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k).

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to [e-mail]; to verify that the communication is from CHS.