Commodity & Freight Payable Specialist

Global Partners LP; Georgia; On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement after 6 months

Job summary

Global Partners LP is seeking a Commodity & Freight Payable Specialist to manage accounts payable for its Trading and Marketing segment. You will reconcile invoices, support prompt payments, and collaborate with internal and external partners to resolve discrepancies.

The role is office-based in Newton, MA with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting preferred; high school education required.
• At least 1 year of accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, confidentiality and integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Ability to learn new software quickly.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• SOX knowledge is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Process payable matching between system transactions and third-party documentation.
• Monitor tolerance write-off activity for reasonableness relating to payable invoices.
• Timely resolution of all discrepancies that arise during the reconciliation process.
• Work with vendors and internal teams to obtain credit and rebills.
• Ensure that all automated activity has been successfully processed and facilitate the resolution of any reported issues.
• Maintain accounts payable paperless file system.
• Comply with SOX policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Integrity

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Education

Associate degree in accounting

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Summary: The Commodity & Freight Payable Specialist processes the Accounts Payable activity for the Trading and Marketing business in a timely manner. This role reconciles vendor invoices, supports prompt payment of product and related expenses, and works with internal and external parties to resolve discrepancies. The ideal candidate can collaborate with employees at all levels in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, efficient, and highly accurate. This position is office-based and located in Newton, MA. At Global Partners, business starts with people. Since 1933, we’ve believed in taking care of our customers, our guests, our communities, and each other—and that belief continues to guide us. The Global Spirit is how we work to fuel that long term commitment to success. As a Fortune 500 company with 90+ years of experience, we’re proud to fuel communities—responsibly and sustainably. We show up every day with grit, passion, and purpose—anticipating needs, building lasting relationships, and creating shared value.

Job Description

• Process payable matching between system transactions and third-party documentation
• Monitor tolerance write off activity for reasonableness relating to payable invoices
• Timely resolution of all discrepancies that arise during the reconciliation process
• Work with vendors and internal teams to obtain credit and rebills
• Ensure that all automated activity has been successfully processed and facilitate the resolution of any reported issues
• Maintain accounts payable paperless file system
• Comply with SOX policies and procedures

Additional Job Description

• An associate degree in accounting is preferred; a high school education is required
• A minimum of one year of accounting experience or equivalent is a plus
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality, with a high level of integrity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills is required
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality with a high level of integrity
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is required
• Ability to learn and efficiently use new software applications is a must
• Adaptability along with the ability to effectively work in a fast-paced, changing environment while managing shifting priorities, demands and timelines
• Sound strategic-thinking skills, with the ability to pivot when needed and foster cooperation among colleagues and management

Pay Range

$25.38 - $35.43

The pay range for this position is outlined above. The final amount offered at the start of employment is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience level, knowledge, skills, abilities and geographic location, and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

Our Commitments to You

• Coins! We offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth.
• We have an amazing Talent Development Team who create trainings for growth and job development.
• Health & Wellness - Medical, Dental, Visions and Life Insurance. Along with additional wellness support.
• The Road Ahead – We offer 401k and a match component!
• Professional Development - We provide tuition reimbursement; this benefit is offered after 6 months of service.

What to Expect From the Hiring Process

We value passion and potential.

Interviews are conducted virtually and in person, depending on the role. We’ll provide more details about next steps if selected to move forward. Global Partners LP is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a company culture where ideas from all people help us grow, move and thrive. We embrace the diversity of all applicants and do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to apply, please contact our recruiting department at 781-747-9675 or 781-7GP-WORK.

*Disclaimer: At Global Partners, we don't use lie detector tests for any employment decisions. We follow all the rules and regulations, so we need to let you know: In Massachusetts, it's illegal to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment of continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Please visit our Global Partners Careers site to explore and apply for job opportunities with us.