Accounts Payable Specialist

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY • West Chicago, IL

9d • $28 - $30

About The Position

The primary purpose of the position is to post vendor invoices, initiate various types of payment requests, manage vendor requests & the purchasing department’s requests and request new vendor set up.

Requirements

• Must have an Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience in accounting
• 3 years of accounts payable and other accounting experience
• Requires accurate and efficient data entry skills
• Must have experience and be proficient in SAP, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to work and communicate with vendors and other team members, and business partners
• Detail oriented, excellent organizational skills
• Self-motivated and can work with limited supervision
• Ability to manage time effectively and not get overwhelmed during high volume times
• Accepts responsibility for decisions, actions, and outcomes, including setbacks.
• Approaches challenges with a can-do attitude, maintaining momentum in both positive and difficult situations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Concur, Esker and SharePoint is a plus

Responsibilities

• Review and post freight invoices via the EDI reporting system
• Verify and process non-purchase order invoices through the Esker platform
• Audit and post seed-related invoices in the ERP system
• Investigate vendor posting issues, analyze root causes, and apply sound judgment to resolve discrepancies
• Create employee profiles in Concur, review and process expense reimbursement reports
• Reviews, codes, and verifies transactions and journal entries
• Execute scheduled payment runs within the ERP system
• Initiate wire transfers and post payments once processed
• Manage year-end closing by obtaining vendor statements, confirming open balances, and completing necessary payments
• Perform verbal verification of vendor banking details
• Provide backup coverage for A/P team members during vacations or absences
• Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from business partners and vendors received via email
• Refund and deposit the vendors check

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
• 401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
• Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays
• Tuition assistance
• An on-site subsidized café overlooking 30 acres of renowned display gardens and restored natural areas, and
• Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree