Commodity & Freight Payable Specialist

Global Partners LP; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Partners LP is seeking a Commodity & Freight Payable Specialist to manage accounts payable for the Trading and Marketing business from our Newton, MA office. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely processing, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have an accounting background, strong Excel/Word skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while resolving discrepancies and supporting prompt payments.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting preferred; high school education required.
• At least 1 year accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and confidentiality.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is required.
• Ability to learn and efficiently use new software applications.
• Adaptability and ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Process payable matching between system transactions and third-party documentation.
• Monitor tolerance write-off activity for reasonableness related to payable invoices.
• Timely resolution of discrepancies during reconciliation.
• Work with vendors and internal teams to obtain credit and rebills.
• Ensure automated activity is processed and resolve any reported issues.
• Maintain accounts payable paperless file system.
• Comply with SOX policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in accounting preferred

High school education required

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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 the cornerstone of our 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.

Your Role, Your Impact

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

• Competitive Pay - We offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth within.
• Health & Wellness - Medical, Dental, Visions and Life Insurance. Along with additional wellness support.
• The Road Ahead - We offer 401k and a match component. We also provide tuition reimbursement; this benefit is offered after 6 months of service.
• Professional Development - We value lifelong learning and have many internal development programs and access to other on-demand learning for continued career growth.

These commitments are offered to employees in permanent roles, as part of our support for long-term growth and success

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.