Contract Accounts Payable Specialist (49896)

Holly Poultry, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Holly Poultry, Inc. in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Contract Accounts Payable Specialist for a 90-day assignment starting in November. You will process vendor invoices, manage payments, and support the accounting team with clerical tasks.

The role requires strong detail orientation, communication skills, and experience in a fast-paced environment. 90-day contract with potential for extension is supported by the department.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of accounts payable experience.
• Food service industry experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must pass post-offer drug and background screen.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Accounts Payables emails daily and manage invoices and vendor inquiries.
• Match invoices, receiving documents, and purchase orders to code and post to the system.
• Distribute invoices to department heads for approval.
• Maintain tracking system for invoices awaiting approval; resolve discrepancies with buyers.
• Collaborate with AP Manager and Corporate Controller on process improvements.
• Perform vendor statement reconciliations and AP vendor maintenance.
• Daily distribution of mail; participate in other projects as assigned.

Tools

MS Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: 2221 Berlin Street - Baltimore, MD 21230, Salary Range: $23.00 - $26.00 Hourly, We are currently hiring for: Contract Accounts Payable Specialist for a 90 day contract starting in November.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our accounting and finance team. The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payments, and administrative and clerical support for the department as a whole.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor Accounts Payables emails daily and be relied upon to manage all incoming invoices and vendor inquiries.
• Match up vendor invoices, receiving documents, purchase orders and other supporting documentation to be accurately coded and posted to the accounting system.
• Distribute invoices to department heads/designated approvers as needed.
• Maintain orderly tracking/follow-up system on invoices out to be approved
• Coordinate and timely resolve all cost discrepancies with appropriate buyers.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable Manager and Corporate Controller to identify process inefficiencies and opportunities for enhancements.
• Perform vendor statement reconciliations.
• Perform AP Vendor Maintenance.
• Daily distribution of FedEx and USPS mail.
• Other projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of accounts payable experience. Food service industry preferred.
• Intermediate level of Microsoft Products (MSW, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong research and analytical abilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a team player.
• Strong communicator both written and via phone.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Candidate must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug and background screen.

Holly Poultry, Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.