Accounts Payable Clerk

CF Industries • Northbrook, IL

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About The Position

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you’ll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You’ll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world’s transition to clean energy. Function: Finance & Accounting Job Summary: The incumbent will be responsible for the processing of invoices but will perform routing accounting tasks as needed. This role ensures proper documentation on all account activities; accuracy of all daily processes and is in accordance with standard account payable procedures. Job Description: Reviews all invoices and check requests for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment. Processes high volume three-way P.O. matching invoices. Prioritizes invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms. Responds to all vendor inquiries. Reconciles vendor statements, researches, and corrects discrepancies. Maintains files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices. Sorts and distributes incoming mail. Research daily shipment exceptions and routes for approval. Participates in daily peer review of invoice entry confirming accuracy. Assists in month-end close. Assists with projects as needed. Internal Controls Understands and complies with established departmental processes and procedures designed to support internal controls efforts. Identifies and brings to the attention of department management any internal control deficiencies.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• 1-3 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience with knowledge of accounting related software systems
• Proficient in Excel and Word, 10-key by touch.
• Strong work ethic; detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable; possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis, and multi-tasking skills.
• Through knowledge of applicable accounts payable / general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts, and corporate procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Associate Degree or B.S. degree in a related field highly desirable.
• SAP, Oracle and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews all invoices and check requests for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
• Processes high volume three-way P.O. matching invoices.
• Prioritizes invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms.
• Responds to all vendor inquiries.
• Reconciles vendor statements, researches, and corrects discrepancies.
• Maintains files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.
• Sorts and distributes incoming mail.
• Research daily shipment exceptions and routes for approval.
• Participates in daily peer review of invoice entry confirming accuracy.
• Assists in month-end close.
• Assists with projects as needed.
• Understands and complies with established departmental processes and procedures designed to support internal controls efforts.
• Identifies and brings to the attention of department management any internal control deficiencies.

Benefits

• In addition to base pay, an incentive program is available to all full-time employees, and a comprehensive benefits package including two medical plan options, a health savings plan with a company contribution and a match, dental and vision benefits, a well-being incentive program, 401(k) Plan which provides a potential of receiving between 10% and 13% of employer’s contribution, life and disability insurance, paid time off programs and much more!
• Additionally, we offer several Flexible Work Arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED