Accounts Payable Specialist

Lakanto; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 Paid Days Off in Your First Year (H

Excellent Medical, Vision & Dental

Voluntary Short- & Long-Term Disabled

Optional 401K

Optional HSA Matching Program

Team Building Activities

Free Products

Meaningful work for a company doing

Job summary

Saraya USA, a mission-driven consumer products company, is seeking an Entry-Level AP Specialist in Utah to support accounts payable processes for Lakanto and related brands. The role emphasizes learning, accuracy, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (or GED) and a willingness to develop skills in accounting software such as NetSuite or Bill.com, with strong communication and organizational abilities for vendor interactions and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; degree in accounting or business preferred.
• No prior accounts payable experience required—internships, coursework, or related office experience are a plus.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles; able to learn new software and processes.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and processing all invoices for payment.
• Managing vendor records and verifying wire/ACH payment information.
• Responding to inquiries from vendors regarding payment status or questions.
• Assisting with internal control activities (reviews, approvals, reconciliations, etc.).
• Assisting during month-end closings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Willingness to learn

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accounting/business degree preferred

Tools

Excel

NetSuite

Bill.com

Job description

Description:

Saraya USA is a mission-driven consumer products company focused on creating innovative, environmentally conscious, and health-forward products across multiple lifestyle and wellness brands.

Our portfolio includes:

Lakanto — natural sweeteners and better-for-you food products

Arau.Baby — plant-based baby care and household essentials

Happy Elephant — eco-friendly home cleaning products

KYHV — premium wellness and lifestyle products

At Saraya USA, we value innovation, integrity, collaboration, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

Description

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level AP Specialist to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career to build hands-on experience in accounts payable.

To be successful in this role, you should be eager to learn, able to follow established processes for investigating and resolving invoice issues and committed to maintaining strict compliance with company and regulatory standards.

An outstanding candidate should also have excellent people skills and a willingness to develop strong problem-solving abilities.

AP Specialist Responsibilities:

• Reviewing and processing all invoices for payment
• Managing vendor records and verifying wire/ACH payment information
• Responding in a timely manner to all inquiries regarding payment status or general questions from vendors
• Assisting with internal control activities (reviews, approvals, reconciliations, etc.)
• Assisting during month end closings
• Other Duties as assigned

Requirements:

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• Degree in accounting, business, or a related field preferred
• No prior accounts payable experience required — internships, coursework, or related office/customer service experience are a plus
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (through coursework or prior exposure)
• Comfortable learning new software; familiarity with Excel or accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, Bill.com) is a plus but not required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Detail-oriented

Benefits & Company Perks:

• 27 Paid Days Off in Your First Year (12 Paid Holidays and 15 PTO)
• Excellent Medical, Vision & Dental
• Voluntary Short- & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Optional 401K
• Optional HSA Matching Program
• Team Building Activities
• Free Products
• Meaningful work for a company doing good in the world!