Accounting Specialist

Seaboard Corporation•Sioux City, IA

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About The Position

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for accurate, timely processing of vendor invoices in compliance with company policies, internal controls, and payment terms. The role maintains positive vendor relationships by addressing invoice, pricing, freight, and payment inquiries; verifying invoices; performing three-way matching and account reconciliations; maintaining vendor records; obtaining required approvals; and maintaining accounts payable records and reports. The position also cross-trains to prepare and process Hog Batch payments daily. The role requires strong written and verbal communication, analytical and mathematical skills, the ability to interpret business and technical materials, and proficiency with spreadsheets and common office software. A related bachelor's degree or a combination of education and experience that enables performance of the position is required. The position involves extended computer use and periodic movement around the facility, with occasional lifting of office products and supplies up to 20 pounds. The employee is expected to support STF’s mission, vision, and values, including safety, quality, diversity, community, and environmental stewardship. Work hours and days are established according to departmental needs and management discretion.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience that enables performance in all aspects of the position.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports and business correspondence, present information effectively, and respond to questions from management and employees.
Ability to read and interpret English-language documents such as safety files and procedure manuals, and communicate effectively with people inside and outside the organization.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations and possess strong analytical and metric-based skills.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret technical instructions and work with abstract and concrete variables.
Computer literacy in Excel, Word, and Outlook, including the ability to create and manipulate spreadsheets, and learn and use other available computer programs.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
Ability to sit and use a computer for extended periods; frequently talk or hear, stand, walk, move about the facility, handle objects, and reach with hands and arms.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

Collect, maintain, and update vendor records and supporting documents, including W-9 forms, tax certificates, banking information, and insurance documents.
Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation to verify accuracy and authorization, and process payments according to payment terms.
Review and reconcile vendor invoices against vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely payment of outstanding obligations.
Verify vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and supporting documentation, and obtain necessary approvals before payment processing.
Review invoice pricing, freight charges, and related costs for accuracy and compliance with negotiated terms, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Respond to assigned vendors’ questions about invoices, payment status, pricing discrepancies, freight charges, and account balances.
Prepare and maintain accounts payable reports for assigned vendors.
Enter and track vendor use tax information on applicable spreadsheets.
Maintain electronic and physical accounts payable files for accuracy, compliance, and efficient record retention.
Cross-train to prepare and process Hog Batch payments daily.
Support STF’s mission, vision, and values in decisions, behavior, and interactions.