Accounts Payable Specialist

Posted:
8/21/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Illinois, United States ⋅ Momence, Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Accounting

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!

WHAT’S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS?  WE ARE!

As a global, growing, and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world’s best companies, Van Drunen Farms and FutureCeuticals are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level.  We provide a family- oriented company and an opportunity to grow professionally and personally.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The AP Specialist will be an integral part of the non-inventory Accounts Payable team, primarily responsible for non-PO invoices and assisting with all parts of the accounts payable process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Verify invoices for proper approval and enter approved invoices to appropriate GL code
  • Verify vendor accounts, reconcile monthly statements and transactions
  • Correspond with vendors regarding missing invoices, remittance information, etc.
  • Deliver invoices to other Accounting Team members responsible for processing
  • Match processed invoices to printed checks to support payment to vendors
  • Cover duties for Accounting Team members who are out of the office, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and the Office Services Assistant
  • Assist with other special projects as needed

JOB EXPERIENCE:

  • 2+ years of professional work experience, preferably in an office environment

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

  • Strong service orientation with high level of professionalism and discretion
  • Familiarity with MS Office suite, proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint a plus
  • Exceptional organizational and communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Resourceful in solving problems
  • Ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
  • Ability to maintain flexibility and demonstrate composure in a fast-pace work environment
  • Ability to exercise judgment in prioritizing tasks and assignments
  • Versatility and a willingness to work amidst constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor Degree in Business, Accounting or related degree preferred

In the Van Drunen Family of Companies, commitment to excellence is in everything we do! As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world’s best companies, we thrive on nourishing others with our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a family-friendly, values-driven company, you'll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!

We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion.  Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, creativity, innovation, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our Company’s achievement as well.

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected].

Van Drunen Family of Companies does not accept unsolicited resumes.  Any resumes, CV’s, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a submitted request and written search agreement for a position-specific requisition will be deemed the sole property of Van Drunen Family of Companies and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company.