GROWMARK, Inc. Looking for Accounts Payable – Southern FS, Inc. – Marion, IL at Marion, IL  Full Time

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PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Performs clerical and accounting duties within accounts payable, according to accepted accounting standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Issues prompt and correct payments.

Ensures the timely processing of invoices and credits to maximize available discounts and minimize additional service charges.

Verifies and corrects vendor data, payments, invoices, credits and discount terms, including verifying invoices to reflect the appropriate sales tax amount prior to entering data into the computer.

Communicates in a professional manner with staff and vendors regarding missing documentation, approvals, pricing or any other discrepancies.

Ensures invoices coming due are communicated with the Department Managers/Location Managers for approval of product and expense invoices.

Maintains efficient and up-to-date manual and automated filing system and completes general office procedures.

Completes supplier reconciliations monthly and resolves vendor issues.

Enters new vendors into the system and updates information in the master files as needed.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

May be required to cross-train and fill in for other office positions such as administrative assistants, accounts receivable, credit assistant or other administrative role.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires Associate’s Degree in Accounting, or the equivalent thereof, and/or prior work experience to demonstrate knowledge of basic accounting functions and technical proficiency with computer software.

Demonstrates essential business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

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