Accounts Payable Clerk

General Description:The Accounts Payable position is a key member of the Accounting team, responsible for invoice entry and weekly accounts payable processing for Summit Farms and its related entities, along with supporting accounting tasks and special projects. Essential Job Responsibilities:Invoice processingEnter and process all invoices timely and accuratelyEnsure each invoice is coded correctly and paid by the responsible entityVerify that spending has been approved by the appropriate authorityDistribute AP reports to managers for final approval before coordinating payment release with TreasuryVendor management and paymentPay vendors on time to avoid finance chargesMaintain vendor information, including collecting W-9s and certificates of insurance before initial payment and keeping vendor listings and contact information currentReconcile vendor statements monthly and promptly research any discrepanciesSupport the Accounting team with fixed assets, debt amortization schedules, and special projectsImprove current processes, including making greater use of the ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business CentralResearch and provide supporting documentation for annual audits of Summit Farms and related entitiesFollow established procedures for assigned dutiesPerform other duties as assigned Education, Experience and Other Qualifications:Associate degree in accounting or a related field, four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceExperience with accounting/ERP softwareProficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly ExcelFamiliarity with AI tools (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot) is preferred Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize a weekly workload, maintain attention to detail, and work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to maintain a high level of confidentiality