Accounts Payable Coordinator

Smithfield Foods•Smithfield, VA

About The Position

As an Accounts Payable Coordinator on the Treasury Operations team, this role supports payment processing activities, primarily by executing SAP payment runs. It also supports hog procurement-related payments, bank portal activity, resolution of uncashed checks, and mail management. The position calls for a detail-oriented, dependable person who can work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. Responsibilities described are representative and not exhaustive; other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable or Treasury Operations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
A proactive, hands-on approach and strong work ethic.
Strong understanding of payables workflows and financial systems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience with SAP and/or Basware.

Responsibilities

Execute scheduled SAP payment runs accurately, on time, and in compliance with internal controls.
Research invoice and payment status in Basware to help resolve issues and respond to internal inquiries.
Upload Positive Pay files, manage transactions through bank portals, and monitor and resolve discrepancies.
Research and resolve outstanding or uncashed checks, communicating with vendors and internal departments.
Sort and distribute incoming mail, including checks and vendor correspondence, in a timely manner.
Assist with payment-related tasks for hog procurement and coordinate with internal teams and vendors.
Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment issues by phone and email while maintaining professional relationships.
Assist with accruals, journal entries, and internal and external audit requests.
Maintain records according to document retention policies and prepare batches for scanning and off-site storage.
Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned.