AP Specialist - Amarillo, TX

Friona Industries•Amarillo, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist assists with the day-to-day accounting functions of Friona Industries related to accounts payable processing and vendor management. This position is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and vendor records across all departments. The role requires strong attention to detail and frequent coordination with internal departments, vendors, and accounting staff to maintain accurate financial records and support daily, monthly, and annual accounting processes. This position reports to the Accounting Manager and may work in conjunction with other accounting staff, managers, and executives across Friona Industries locations.

Requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel
Knowledge of accounts payable processes and general accounting principles
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma / GED preferred
Associate’s degree in business, Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent work experience
Experience with accounting or ERP systems preferred
Cattle, agriculture, or feedyard accounting experience is helpful but not required

Responsibilities

Gather backup for cattle invoices
Verify information on invoices and purchase orders and feedyards
Processing cattle payments daily
Reconcile daily drafts
Balance specific accounts, Monthly general ledger balancing
Perform lien searches on new suppliers along with updating current suppliers every six months
Send suppliers cattle contracts
Update and maintain vendor database
Maintain filing contracts, cattle tickets, drafts, etc.
Assist with special projects and audit preparation
Provide coverage and support in the procurement department and accounting department
Backup for the outside cattle assistant
Answer phones
Process and review vendor invoices for accuracy, coding, and proper approval
Process payments including checks, drafts, wires, and ACH transactions
Maintain and update vendor records in the accounting system
Verify invoices against purchase orders, receipts, and supporting documentation
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account balances
Perform lien searches on new suppliers and update supplier records as required
Maintain organized electronic and physical documentation for all accounts payable transactions
Assist with month-end closing activities including reconciling assigned general ledger accounts
Reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances
Maintain accurate historical records of payments, invoices, and vendor documentation
Assist in preparing reports and analyses related to accounts payable activity
Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation and reports
Follow established accounting procedures and assist with identifying opportunities to improve payment processes
Provide support and coverage to other finance or procurement functions when needed
Assist with special projects as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned