Accounts Payable Specialist

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The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate processing of freight, expenses and stock/drop vendor transactions based on departmental needs. The role will leverage the AP automation tool, Soft Co and use direct entry to the organization’s ERP system.

• Responsible for accurately processing freight invoices and stock and drop (trade) invoices in the AP Automation tool, Soft Co.
• Processing invoices in Soft Co to send to the ERP or directly in the ERP system requires resolving discrepancies based on established rules and thresholds within the department.
• Resolving discrepancies with stock/drop (trade invoices) or freight invoices requires interactions with Shorr warehouses, 3PL locations, Purchasing, PAG or customer service departments; communication will be via email, Soft Co or phone call. Expected issues to be resolved include freight term issues, quantity issues and/or pricing.
• Responsible for processing credits and returns in Soft Co and directly into the ERP.
• Responsible for reviewing vendor statements and working with the vendors for discrepancies.
• Responsible for marking freight items off of the freight log.
• Invoices may need to have commission costing or credits processed to cint sales reps based on invoice surcharges (e.g., pallets, fuel) or for additional freight charges.
• Analyze and interpret large amounts of data in Excel and formulate a freight spreadsheet.
• Responsible for either vendor setup/maintenance or part of the weekly check run process which requires the AP Specialist to print, fold and stamp the checks each week; this will require the candidate to be onsite on Wednesdays and Fridays of each week.

Shorr Packaging does not provide work authorization sponsorship for this position.

The targeted compensation for this position is between $25 - $28/hour plus targeted bonus, depending on skills and experience of the selected candidate.

• Associate's degree (A.
  
  A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school; or more than one year of accounting‑related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office solutions including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Experience working with an ERP system and an AP automation module is preferred.
• Work onsite for full business days on Monday and Friday, subject to change based on holiday schedules or staffing needs.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Together, We Own It!
• Comprehensive
  
  Employee Benefits:
  
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• Competitive hourly rate plus targeted annual bonus plan.
• 401K plan plus matching.
• Team‑based employee owner company culture.

Shorr Packaging Corp is an equal‑opportunity employer. It is the policy of Shorr Packaging Corp to afford full equal employment opportunity, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status or disability status or any other legally protected status.