Administrator Accounting

StartupNWA; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, Life, Dental, Vision and RX

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable specialist to process vendor invoices and support the digital invoice workflow. You will review invoices, match them to purchase orders, receipts, settlements, and contracts, and ensure accuracy for timely payment.

The role requires 3+ years of AP experience, high school diploma, strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills, and excellent communication. You will collaborate with Procurement, Commodity Purchasing and vendors across the

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 3+ years office experience required; 3+ years Accounts Payable experience preferred. 3+ years payroll experience preferred
• Computer Skills: Requires basic computer skills including using a Tyson Business Computer System as well as Microsoft Office & Excel, SAP Preferred.
• Communication Skills: Requires written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of management. Work activities are variable and require judgment to complete tasks such as setting priorities, evaluating results, and coordinating with others. Assignments are defined and the approach to be taken is usually determined in coordination with others.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and support the digital invoice workflow for Payables.
• Review, validate, and match vendor invoices to purchase orders, receipts, settlements, and contracts within Tyson systems; verify pricing, quantities, discounts, taxes, and payment terms.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, monitor workflow queues, and collaborate with vendors and internal partners to resolve payment issues.
• Support month-end close activities, maintain accurate electronic records, prioritize invoices based on due dates, and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Assist with automation and paperless initiatives and work cross-functionally with Procurement, Commodity Purchasing and vendors across the enterprise.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Tyson Business Computer System

Job description

Job Details:

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for processing vendor invoices and supporting the digital invoice workflow for Feed Ingredient Payables. Responsibilities include reviewing, validating, and matching vendor invoices to purchase orders, receipts, settlements, and contracts within Tyson systems; verifying pricing, quantities, discounts, taxes, and payment terms; and ensuring invoices are processed accurately and timely for payment. This position is responsible for researching and resolving invoice discrepancies, monitoring workflow queues, and collaborating with vendors and internal business partners to resolve payment issues. Additional responsibilities include supporting month-end close activities, maintaining accurate electronic records, prioritizing invoices based on due dates, identifying process improvement opportunities, and assisting with automation and paperless initiatives. The ability to work cross-functionally with Procurement, Commodity Purchasing and vendors across the enterprise is required. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines with minimal supervision, and support team responsibilities during absences or peak workloads. Other duties as assigned by management.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 3+ years office experience required; 3+ years Accounts Payable experience preferred. 3+ years payroll experience preferred
• Computer Skills: Requires basic computer skills including using a Tyson Business Computer System as well as Microsoft Office & Excel, SAP Preferred.
• Communication Skills: Requires written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of management. Work activities are variable and require judgment to complete tasks such as setting priorities, evaluating results, and coordinating with others. Assignments are defined and the approach to be taken is usually determined in coordination with others.
• Travel: None

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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