Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist will support special projects and process improvements as directed by the Accounts Payable Manager, review accounts, reconcile statements, and process invoices as needed. The ideal candidate will be driven, self-motivated, and passionate about their work, while creating an environment where associates are encouraged and challenged to perform at their best.

About the role

• Responsible for full cycle Accounts Payable in a high-volume environment, while handling multiple business units.
• Verify and research vendor statements and handle all assigned vendor correspondence.
• Analyze discrepancies and provide solutions.
• Assist in month-end closing and month-end invoice accruals.
• Verify receipt of materials and services, code invoices with the proper general ledger accounts and enter for payment.
• Test system upgrades before going live to production to ensure AP module is performing as expected.
• Help foster a teamwork environment throughout the department and company.
• Provide excellent customer service for both external vendors and internal customers.
• Possess the ability and desire to be innovative and to continuously seek out new opportunities to improve processes.
• Assist with special projects such as new software implementation. Look for ways to utilize and improve system functionality.

About you

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes

• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Must be a team player with a positive, proactive personality with a desire to go above and beyond
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Must be results driven with the ability to m ulti-task and use good judgment to handle multiple projects with conflicting deadlines and priorities
• High level of professionalism, integrity and dependability

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred or appropriate combination of education and experience
• Minimum four years' accounting experience in a high-volume accounting department
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Intermediate or advanced Excel experience required
• Experience with Peoplesoft or large systems a plus
• Experience with electronic invoice submission platforms a plus

What's in it for you?

• Health and retirement benefits including medical, dental, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match, FSA, and life insurance
• Hybrid work schedule and flexibility
• Weekly pay
• Paid time off provided, including sick days
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family to assist in many of life's challenges, from short-term counseling, legal questions to financial guidance
• Associate-only savings, free products, bonus points, sweepstakes and more - being a part of our team has its perks with Dierbergs Rewards
• Wellness initiatives and volunteer opportunities to keep you healthy, engaged and involved
• Rewards, recognition and appreciation programs and events to spotlight you AND your exceptional talents
• Opportunity to Grow Every Day by building knowledge, supporting growth and creating connections -Let's GROW!

This description is representative only and is not inclusive of the tasks that an associate in the position may be required to perform.