Strategic Commodity & Freight AP 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

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.