Accounts Payable Specialist

A family owned grower/shipper of berries, founded in 1979, Central West is a diversified vertically integrated company located in Santa Maria, CA, growing and selling Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries and Blackberries. This rapidly growing company specializing in conventional and organic berries.

Summary/Objective

Under the general direction of the AP Manager, provides administrative support; compiles, processes and maintains accounts payable records for the multiple companies within the organization.

Essential Functions

· Cash receipting payments received from customers/vendors.

· Manage accounts payable process for multiple internal companies.

· Maintains accounting records by making copies, scanning, and filing documents. Mail distribution.

· Verifies purchase orders for accuracy, analyze billing discrepancies, and follows up with ranch foremen and managers.

· Responsible for invoice coding and cost allocations.

· Prioritize invoices according to payment terms, take advantage of potential discounts.

· Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.

· Process payments utilizing a variety of methods checks, wires, and credit cards.

· High volume data entry within accounting databases Famous, Microsoft Office, Adobe.

· Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies.

· Assist in month-end reporting procedures and completing bank statement reconciliation.

· Communicate with other departments, coworkers, customers; respond to vendor inquiries in a professional manner.

Minimum Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent required

· 1 year of office/clerical support experience.

· Excellent computer skills, specifically Excel and Word.

· Exceptional organizational skills, with ability to work independently.

· Customer service and negotiation skills.

· Must be reliable and precise - attention to detail essential.

· Capable of prioritizing work flow in a fast-paced environment.

· Ability to be an effective team member and display initiative.

· Strong problem solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, research and resolution skills.

· Knowledge of applicable accounts payable/general ledger procedures, and financial chart of accounts.

· Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division quickly and accurately.

Perferred Qualifications

· 1 years of accounts payable experience

· Experience with Famous Software

Physical Demands

Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment. While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to communicate effectively, including talking and hearing. The employee frequently may be required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain all duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We offer competitive compensation packages and opportunities for professional growth. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for accounting, we encourage you to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and make hiring decisions based on merit. Recruitment, hiring, training, and job assignments are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, reproductive health decisionmaking, marital status, disability, or any other protected classification

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Accounts Payable: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $28