Accounts Payble Associate - Production and Issue Resolution

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Position Summary:

Responsible for researching and resolving problematic invoices in a centralized, high-volume fast paced Accounts Payable (AP) environment supporting multiple US locations. Work with the vendors and PFG field locations to determine the cause of the discrepancy and its resolution. Utilize the workflow functionality of the document imaging system, ImageNow and the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, SAP. Monitor aging and reconciliation of outstanding accounts. Internal contacts with employees at all levels in the organization. External contacts may include vendors. Functions as a team member within the department and cross-functions, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Job Responsibilities:
- Identify problematic invoices and take the necessary steps to resolve, interfacing with vendors and internal customers.
- At all times, meet the Business Service Center (BSC) AP Service Level Agreement.
- Monitor workflow queues and route invoices for resolution. Monitor and clear AP aging analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Prepare financial journal entries.
- Escalate issues as appropriate.
- Resolve issues in the Mercury Ticket system.
- Meet strict deadlines as an individual and in a team environment.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education:
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience required.

Experience/Knowledge/Abilities:
2-4 Yrs. Accounts Payable Experience.
Computer skills, specifically in spreadsheet applications (preferably Microsoft Office applications); word processing and proficiency with Excel required.
SAP experience or exposure to other major ERP application a plus.
Prior issue resolutions experience a plus.

Work Environment:
Work is performed in an office environment, which may require the ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. May also require frequent bending, lifting, reaching, standing and grasping to access files.

Equipment Used:
Personal computer; printer; telephone; calculator; fax machine; photocopier.

Performance Food Group is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, the presence of mental, physical, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience required.

Experience/Knowledge/Abilities:
2-4 Yrs. Accounts Payable Experience.
Computer skills, specifically in spreadsheet applications (preferably Microsoft Office applications); word processing and proficiency with Excel required.
SAP experience or exposure to other major ERP application a plus.
Prior issue resolutions experience a plus.