Accounts Payable Specialist- Temporary

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose of Position

This position will be responsible the verification, validation and auditing of invoices and supporting documentation to ensure all is properly supported and in accordance with Accounts Payable controls and procedures in our Shared Service Operation. Additionally, this role will participate in projects related to process or system improvements and implementations. This role will also be assisting with leadership in the preparation of reports and monthly reconciliations. This role will also ensure compliance with all financial policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and/or review a high volume of invoices and supporting documents for the company, adhering to Del Monte’s key controls at all times.
• Address purchase order and receiver discrepancies.
• Corresponds or communicates with internal stakeholders when necessary to resolve invoice processing issues
• Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures.
• Maintain good relationships with vendors and business owners.
• Support organizational/operational projects.
• Contribute to metrics and reporting.
• Interaction with internal stakeholders, vendor managers, financial communication partners, business partners.
• Support with transactional work (reports, queries, etc.).
• Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Assist in the monthly review of Accounts Payable aging reports and taking appropriate action on invoices needing resolution.
• Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements
• Assist in month-end and quarterly close with critical tasks that must be completed timely.

Minimum Skills Required:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, in lieu of degree will consider a combination of education and 4 years of relevant work experience
• Demonstrated subject matter knowledge in accounts payable
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• Excellent communication skills in English – including written, spoken, and comprehension of English.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Well organized and able to multi-task.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Must be a team player.
• Must have a strong work ethic.
• Professional and friendly.
• Must be dependable and trustworthy.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Oracle, SAP, Coupa, ReadSoft, and Esker systems is preferred.
• At least 4 years of experience in Accounts Payable.
• Previous experience in a Shared Service Environment

***Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses.***

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts—available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we’ve proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.

We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify* where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values—Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity—we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.