Global Accounts Payable Specialist

Talentify; Merriam (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Seaboard Overseas & Trading Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to own the full vendor payables cycle, including invoice processing, validation, and payments. You will work with procurement, operations, and vendors to ensure accuracy and timely settlements.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in accounting, 3–4 years of AP experience, and strong ERP/Excel skills (Oracle/PeopleSoft and/or Dynamics AX).

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3-4 years of accounts payable experience.
• Experience with ERP software Oracle/PeopleSoft and/or Microsoft Dynamics AX.
• Strong Excel skills with Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
• Foreign currency recording and reporting experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and diverse environment.
• Experience with 1099 preparation and reporting.
• Understanding of accounts payable processes and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Match invoices to purchase orders, contracts, receiving documentation, and approvals.
• Process payment requests in accordance with Seaboard payment policies.
• Prepare and process ACH, wire transfer, check, and other vendor payments.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment exceptions, and vendor inquiries.
• Monitor accounts payable aging and assist with managing outstanding vendor obligations.
• Maintain vendor master records and supporting documentation.
• Obtain and review W-9 forms and other required vendor information.
• Perform vendor validation procedures and callback verifications for new vendors and vendor banking changes.
• Ensure all vendor additions and changes comply with Seaboard fraud prevention and vendor verification policies.
• Maintain documentation supporting vendor setup, modifications, and approvals.
• Assist in periodic reviews of vendor master file changes and internal control monitoring activities.
• Maintain vendor tax records and ensure proper tax classification.
• Prepare annual Form 1099 reporting and related reconciliations.
• Review vendor setup information for 1099 reporting requirements.
• Coordinate year-end tax reporting activities and resolve vendor tax reporting issues.
• Support internal and external audits involving accounts payable and tax compliance.
• Reconcile accounts payable subledger to the general ledger.
• Assist with accruals and month-end closing activities.
• Prepare reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation for financial reporting.
• Support audit requests and maintain organized accounting records.
• Assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Utilize ERP systems to process invoices, vendor maintenance requests, and payments.
• Maintain electronic records and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities for increased efficiency and stronger internal controls.
• Support system implementations upgrades and testing activities when assigned.

Skills

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Oracle/PeopleSoft

Microsoft Dynamics AX

Job description

Seaboard Overseas & Trading Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to own the full vendor payables cycle, including invoice processing, validation, and payments. You will work with procurement, operations, and vendors to ensure accuracy and timely settlements.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in accounting, 3–4 years of AP experience, and strong ERP/Excel skills (Oracle/PeopleSoft and/or Dynamics AX).