A/P Specialist

Business Unit Description:

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Location Description:

Wakefield is one of the largest production facilities within Michael Foods.  We serve as a flex plant and are able to produce everything from a whole pasteurized egg to liquid, dried, hardboiled and curds. 

Responsibilities:

SUMMARY: 

The A/P Specialist is responsible to ensure invoices are paid correctly and on-time. They will verify accuracy of invoices, communicate with internal and external customers and perform administrative or clerical duties.

 

ACITIVITIES: 

• Process invoices and credit memos through data entry and the automated invoicing system.
• Verify accuracy of invoices and credit memos by reviewing quantities, prices, general ledger and sales tax coding, in addition to ensuring appropriate approvals.
• Research and resolve invoicing discrepancies in the automated invoicing system. Communicate with vendors and purchasing personnel to resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Monitor open purchase orders in SAP
• Code non-purchase order invoices and credit card transactions
• Create FI invoices to record sales of miscellaneous, non-inventoried items.
• Cross train and provide backup for team members.
• Assist with month-end closing by preparing journal entries and key figures.
• Perform administrative or clerical duties including filing, copying, etc.
• Ensure efficiencies by looking for ways to make improvements in your area of responsibility.
• Assume personal responsibility to ensure a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures. Incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks. 
• Adhere to Quality work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure accuracy is maintained.
• Ensure regulatory compliance within GAAP and maintain a fiduciary responsibility.
• Perform other Administrative Accounting duties of a similar nature or level.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Advanced degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or accounts payable experience 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong analytical, trouble shooting, problem solving and decision-making skills

 

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