Senior Payroll & Accounts Payable Specialist

waynefarms; Elkin (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Elkin, NC is seeking a payroll and accounts payable clerk to support our poultry processing plant. You will handle payroll processing and A/P tasks, ensuring data accuracy and timely payment processing.

The role requires collaboration with purchasing to resolve invoice issues and may involve supervising junior clerks as needed. The position emphasizes adherence to company policies, animal welfare guidelines, and regulatory compliance, with potential back-up duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Accounting (A/P) and/or Payroll.
• Knowledge of ADP e-time preferred.
• Ability to learn and utilize invoice and purchase management system (D71/ EAM).
• Strong interpersonal communication skills across levels in the organization.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, performs payroll processing and accounting A/P function for assigned location.
• Verify accuracy of payroll data by generating reports, verifying data and making corrections as specified by supervisors for each pay period.
• Process invoices by matching invoice to requisition to received product, code and enter into accounting system in a timely manner.
• Generate a POS when an invoice is received that does not have an associated invoice.
• Work with purchasing to investigate and resolve unmatched invoices; train on correct procedure when needed.
• May supervise one or more clerks at leadership discretion.
• Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned (i.e. back-up receptionist, mail distribution, etc.).

Skills

Payroll processing

A/P accounting

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Self-motivation

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

Tools

ADP e-Time

D71/EAM

Job description

Wayne Farms in Elkin, NC is seeking a payroll and accounts payable clerk to support our poultry processing plant. You will handle payroll processing and A/P tasks, ensuring data accuracy and timely payment processing.

The role requires collaboration with purchasing to resolve invoice issues and may involve supervising junior clerks as needed. The position emphasizes adherence to company policies, animal welfare guidelines, and regulatory compliance, with potential back-up duties as needed.