Accounts Payable Specialist - Temporary

Wm Bolthouse Farms Inc•Bakersfield, CA

6h•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Health-Ade, and Evolution Fresh. Generous Brands partners with SAMBAZON to manufacture, distribute and sell SAMBAZON branded beverages. Bolthouse Farms is a pre-eminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, shakes, and protein drinks. Health-Ade is the fastest growing kombucha brand, dedicated to creating bubbly beverages that boost gut health. Evolution Fresh is a premier cold-pressed juice brand with national availability. And, SAMBAZON beverages bottle the superfruit power of açaí in juice and natural energy cans. The company operates its North American business from facilities in Southern California, and the Greater Chicago Area. To learn more, please visit www.generousbrands.com.

Requirements

Ability to determine, calculate, tabulate, or summarize data/information; including performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations.
Strong attention to detail
Must demonstrate keen problem-solving skills.
Ability to establish priorities in workload and to assure continuity of work flow.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to respond quickly to different demands from the business and from senior management.
Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written)
Self-motivated and driven to achieve.
Working knowledge of general ledger, accounts payable, and disbursement required
High school diploma or GED; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel
Valid California Driver License and clean driving record

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in Accounting or other Business related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of GAAP, basic bookkeeping principles, recordkeeping procedures, budgeting, cost allocation, auditing, and financial reporting
Advanced Excel skills, computerized accounting applications, and JD Edwards experience

Responsibilities

Receive, date stamp, and process invoices using 3-Way match when appropriate.
Receive, date stamp, obtain authorization and GL coding for all non-PO invoices.
Ensure approver has authority to approve invoice amount and GL coding using approval matrices.
Follow up, document, and resolve discrepancies related to invoice processing working directly with Purchasing, Receiving, and/or management as required.
Maintain records and vendor files.
Work overtime when needed to keep current with workload and/or special situations, i.e. year-end close, audit, high-volume due to seasonal requirements, etc.
Other duties as assigned.