AP Specialist

LASSONDE PAPPAS AND CO INC•Cherry Hill Township, NJ

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we’ve been producing delicious products for our customers across the country! To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforce. If you’re passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us! We value each of our employee’s total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including: medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life & Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more! The starting hourly rate for this position is $24/hr.

Requirements

1 to 3 years of relevant work experience
Excellent written and verbal communication as well as strong interpersonal skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Awareness of technology as a means of communication and efficiency preferred
Highly detail oriented and organized in work
Ability to work independently, prioritize and meet assigned deadlines
Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with a drive to succeed
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, and problem solving
Excellent time management skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting, finance, mathematics, or business- related field
Experience in the food/beverage industry
Experience in Manufacturing or production environment
Proven organizational skills
Ability to direct, coach and train others
Consultative, influential, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all accounting work associated with processing accounts payable and vendor relationship responses including:
review and verify invoices and check requests
set invoices up for payment
prepare and perform payment runs for checks and EFTs
post transactions to journals, ledgers and other records
reconcile accounts payable transactions
research and resolve invoice and un-vouchered receipt discrepancies
correspond with vendors and internal client’s inquiries
produce monthly reports and assist in the month end closing process
prepare invoices for document retention software and process imaging of documents to maintain updated document records
Provide support during the quarter end review and year-end audit
Maintain company internal controls by following policies and procedures; complying with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications, etc.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned