Specialist, AP/AR Experienced

CHS Inc.; Gwinner (ND); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Inc. is seeking an Experienced AP/AR Specialist to join its finance team onsite in Kindred ND or Gwinner ND. The role supports the procure-to-pay process, reviews supplier invoices, resolves discrepancies, and helps drive process improvements.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year in Finance/Accounting, strong MS Office skills, and attention to detail. The position is based on-site at our North Dakota locations, with opportunities to collaborate across departments and participate in projects that

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting or AP/AR.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Associate's degree in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Economics, Business, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and monitor supplier invoices and related transactions for accuracy and timeliness.
• Review invoices for pricing, quantities, coding, approvals and completeness; make corrections as needed.
• Research and resolve invoice, pricing, payment, and supplier account discrepancies; address past-due items.
• Identify root causes of invoice and payment issues and collaborate with partners to resolve recurring problems.
• Support specialized invoice processing, reconciliations and other complex transactions.
• Maintain documentation and work with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent processing practices.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and cross-training within the team.

Skills

AP/AR experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred in Finance/Accounting or related field

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS is hiring an Experienced AP/AR Specialist to join its finance team. The Experienced AP/AR Specialist will provide day-to-day support for the business unit customers and vendors through the entire procure-to-pay process and, at the same time, seek process improvement efficiencies and understand corporate structures, business contacts, and stakeholders. The person in this role will also participate in special projects and other duties as assigned. This role is onsite at our Kindred ND OR Gwinner ND Location.

Responsibilities

• Process and monitor supplier invoices and related transactions, including inventory-related purchases, to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
• Review invoices and supporting documentation for appropriate pricing, quantities, coding, approvals, and completeness, and make necessary corrections.
• Research and resolve invoice, pricing, quantity, payment, and supplier account discrepancies, including past-due items and processing exceptions.
• Identify root causes of invoice and payment issues, document findings, and work with appropriate business partners to resolve recurring issues.
• Support specialized invoice processing, including prepayments, special payment handling, reconciliations, and other complex transactions.
• Contact suppliers and internal business partners to resolve questions, inconsistencies, missing documentation, or other information needed for processing.
• Reconcile supplier statements and research missing invoices, credits, unapplied payments, and aged items.
• Monitor workflow queues, outstanding approvals, aging items, and department metrics to support operational objectives.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation in accordance with established policies and internal controls.
• Utilize financial systems and tools to process transactions, research activity, and support system enhancements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve invoice and payment issues and ensure consistent processing practices.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives, documentation updates, testing activities, and departmental projects.
• Support cross-training efforts, provide backup coverage, and contribute to a collaborative, customer-focused team environment.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 1+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, and/or AP/AR
• High School diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications

• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Associate's degree preferred in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Economics, Business, Business Administration, or related field
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to [e-mail]; to verify that the communication is from CHS.