Accounts Payable Specialist: Precise Invoicing & Timely Payments

Birchwood Foods Inc.; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Birchwood Foods Inc. in Kenosha, WI is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to process invoices accurately and ensure timely payments. You will review documentation, obtain approvals, prioritize cash discounts, and prepare checks for vendors.

Responsibilities include handling employee expense reimbursements, reconciling vendor statements, maintaining files, answering vendor inquiries, and ensuring compliance with company policies. A minimum two years in accounts payable is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of accounts payable experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• College or technical school courses in accounting preferred.
• Solid understanding of AP/GL systems and procedures.
• Detail oriented and reliable with good time management.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Review invoices for documentation and approval prior to payment.
• Prioritize invoices for cash discount potential and terms.
• Audit and process employee expense reimbursements and corporate credit card billings.
• Prepare and mail checks; reconcile statements with vendors.
• 1099 maintenance and vendor file documentation.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor files per company policy and accounting standards.
• Support related duties as required.

Skills

Accounts payable

Data analysis

Multi-tasking

Documentation skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College/technical accounting courses preferred

Job description

Birchwood Foods Inc. in Kenosha, WI is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to process invoices accurately and ensure timely payments. You will review documentation, obtain approvals, prioritize cash discounts, and prepare checks for vendors.

Responsibilities include handling employee expense reimbursements, reconciling vendor statements, maintaining files, answering vendor inquiries, and ensuring compliance with company policies. A minimum two years in accounts payable is required.