Accounts Payable Specialist — Invoicing & Analytics

Meijer Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meijer Rewards

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Development programs for advancement

Job summary

Meijer in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable specialist to process invoices and vendor payments, research inquiries, and maintain accurate accounting entries. You will collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve discrepancies.

The role requires 1-2 years AP or retail experience, a bachelor's in accounting/finance preferred, and proficiency in SAP and Ariba, Excel, Alteryx, and RPA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• 1-2 years Accounts Payable or Retail related experience preferred.
• Fluid in SAP and Ariba.
• Advanced Excel knowledge.
• Familiar with Alteryx and RPA (Robotics Process Automation).
• Customer Focused.
• High level of accuracy and quality with attention to details.
• Understanding of basic math and accounting functions.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Analytical, research and problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Processes invoices/debits; completes voucher and invoice entries; makes voucher adjustments; processes exceptions.
• Reviews, researches, resolves and documents discrepancies.
• Handles confidential vendor/customer information.
• Communicates with internal business partners and external vendors/customers.
• Performs work using different applications and systems.
• Maintains records for processed vouchers, statements and invoices; provides reporting; analyzes reports and data.
• Calmly and effectively handles difficult calls with positive outcome.
• Works to improve current processes for efficiency and cost reduction.
• Negotiates resolutions with vendors/customers.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Cross-functional

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Alteryx

RPA

Job description

Meijer in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable specialist to process invoices and vendor payments, research inquiries, and maintain accurate accounting entries. You will collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve discrepancies.

The role requires 1-2 years AP or retail experience, a bachelor's in accounting/finance preferred, and proficiency in SAP and Ariba, Excel, Alteryx, and RPA.