Accounts Payable Specialist

Williamson Street Grocery Co-Op; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Amazing health insurance benefits

Employer-paid dental and life保险

Vision and disability coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Employee store discount

Job summary

Willy Street Co-op is seeking a Finance Clerk for our Central Office in Madison, WI. You will support accounts payable and receivable, ensure timely entry of financial data, and collaborate with the finance team to maintain accurate records.

Ideal candidates have AP experience, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to confidentiality. This non-profit-style cooperative emphasizes service, teamwork, and adherence to deadlines while offering robust benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in Accounts Payable, including providing customer service to vendors from an A/P perspective or similar experience.
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, listening, and conflict resolution skills.
• Regular, predictable attendance.
• Effective communication skills in English.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
• Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple demands.
• Adherence to deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, accurately post and file vendor invoices.
• Verify coding on invoices and assign costs to departments.
• Maintain accounts payable files and pay invoices.
• Process vendor payments; pair invoices with payment documents; file invoices.
• Create invoices, track payment status and pursue collection of non-retail receivables; report uncollectible items.
• Receive, sort, post and deposit checks payable to the Co-op.
• Maintain accurate accounts receivable records and filing systems.
• Treat people fairly, consistently and with respect.
• Abide by co-op policies and procedures as outlined in Employee Handbook.
• Maintain a positive attitude and collaborative spirit.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Vendor communication

Analytical skills

Deadline awareness

Independence

English communication

Education

Finance or accounting education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Willy Street Co-op is seeking a Finance Clerk for our Central Office in Madison, WI. You will support accounts payable and receivable, ensure timely entry of financial data, and collaborate with the finance team to maintain accurate records.

Ideal candidates have AP experience, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to confidentiality. This non-profit-style cooperative emphasizes service, teamwork, and adherence to deadlines while offering robust benefits.