Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

Classet•Delray Beach, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, integrity, and commitment to feeding America’s families. Operating since 1908, Pero is a fully integrated farming operation spanning over 35,000 acres across the East Coast, with specialized departments in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, food processing, and national sales operations. As we continue expanding our organic vegetable offerings, we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in strengthening our position as a trusted leader in agriculture and food production. The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist will oversee the full cycle of accounts payable processes, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, reconciliations, and vendor payments while supporting compliance and process improvements.

Requirements

Must live within commutable distance of Delray Beach, Florida (within 25 miles)
Must have at least 5 years of recent Accounts Payable experience
Must have experience processing a high volume of invoices weekly
Strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounts payable principles
Experience working with ERP systems
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting-related software
Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management
Strong communication, problem-solving, and deadline-management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced finance environment

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Process accounts payable for multiple entities, vendors, and cost types (farm-related costs, utilities, rent, transportation, fuel, repairs, and more)
Sort and perform 3-way matching of invoices with purchase orders and supporting documentation
Assemble check backups (invoice, PO, quotes, BOL, approvals, etc.) and manage physical mailing of paper checks
Compare invoices against purchase orders, pricing, payment terms, and additional charges
Ensure bills are paid accurately and on time
Facilitate invoice payments by tracking due dates and requesting invoices as needed
Reconcile accounts payable ledgers to confirm all bills and payments are properly posted
Investigate and resolve vendor discrepancies by reconciling monthly statements
Allocate monthly credit card transactions and assist with statement reconciliations
Understand expense allocation based on company costing structures across multiple entities
Adhere to internal policies, laws, tax compliance standards, fraud prevention practices, and audit requirements
Build and maintain strong vendor relationships and manage vendor agreements/contracts
Provide documentation support during audits
Maintain confidentiality of organizational information