Accounts Payable Specialist

River Valley Foods•Syracuse, NY

15d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

River Valley Holdings is a family-owned distribution company based in Syracuse, NY, serving retail customers across the northeastern United States. The River Valley family of companies: River Valley Foods, Cavallaro Foods and Empire Valley, distributes a wide range of specialty dry and frozen grocery items and consumable products out of warehouses in Syracuse, NY. General Description/Purpose: The Accounts Payable Specialist is a key member of the accounting team who collaborates with vendors and internal departments in order to ensure timely and accurate payments, categorization and reconciliation of invoices. This position offers the opportunity to use strengths in Accounting, organization, time management, administrative precision, prioritization, and effective communication to work collaboratively as a member of a cohesive, successful, goal orientated team.

Requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel, with 10-key punch required
High level of confidentiality and integrity
Excellent Communication Skills – verbal and written
Ability to work independently
Strong organizational, multi-tasking and interpersonal skills
Three years of previous experience in Accounts Payable is desired
Proven track record with understanding of A/P and Accounting workflow
Effective communication skills, ability to relay a friendly, helpful and professional message in telephone and inter-personal activities
Ability to maintain strong accuracy and attention to detail in fast-paced, high volume environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in Microsoft Dynamics (Great Plains) a plus

Responsibilities

Review and match all vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
Reconcile price/quantity variances to ensure all invoices and purchase orders are properly accounted
Review, reconcile and assign g/l chart of accounts allocation for all department overhead expense workflow
Work with department managers on expense purchases and approval process
Partner with vendors, warehouse, and department managers on applicable research on invoice and purchase order inquiries
Assist with month end closing process thru accrual tracking, a/p aging review, and other tasks as appropriate
Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
Other office and/or accounting duties may be assigned as business needs require, and as opportunities occur in a hands-on, interactive department setting