Accounts Payable, Accounts Payable Software, Agriculture, Analysis Skills, Billing, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Farming, Finance, Food and Beverage Industry, Genetics, Interpersonal Skills, Manufacturing, Medical Conditions, Military, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Management, Software Administration, Surface Mount Technology, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Management, Voice Mail, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Boise, ID
POSTED
30+ days ago
The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
Summary
This role will receive, document, research, coordinate and respond to routine and non-routine inquiries from internal (Simplot employees) and external contacts (suppliers) related to a variety of Accounts Payable operations. The Senior AP Support Center Specialist educates and assists all customers as it relates to invoice statuses, payment inquiries, remittances, and other Accounts Payable related topics.
Key Responsibilities
Receive, monitor, and solve all AP related inquiries via phone / voicemail & email in a timely manner. This includes, but is not limited to:
Review of vendor statements
Analyze request for potential escalation to L2 Support
Assist with resolution regarding urgent or escalated inquiries
Assist with returned checks
Assist internal customers with updates to AP software access
Run periodic reports as requested
Participation in miscellaneous projects & tasks as directed
Typical Education
Bachelors Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university
Other Information
3+ years related experience and/or training
Attention to Detail: Accurate data entry and spotting discrepancies are critical when reviewing invoices and payments
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments to resolve issues and clarify information
Time Management: The ability to manage time efficiently to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks is key in a fast-paced customer support environment
Problem-solving: Senior AP Support members often encounter complex inquiries, which require analytical thinking and resourcefulness to resolve
Collaboration: Working closely with direct team members as well as other departments such as Procurement, Supplier Management Team (SMT), HR Solutions, Finance, and AP Imaging requires a collaborative mindset and good interpersonal skills
Adaptability: AP processes may change due to system updates or policy changes, so being flexible and open to learning is important
Customer service orientation: Ensuring that vendors and internal stakeholders have a positive experience when working with Simplot AP is crucial for maintaining good relationships
Organizational skills: The ability to stay organized while handling multiple email inquiries, phone calls, & tasks helps maintain efficiency and accuracy
Discretion and confidentiality: AP team members, including Support, handle sensitive financial information, so maintaining confidentiality and handling information responsibly is essential
Emotional intelligence: Managing stress, staying calm under pressure, and handling conflicts with vendors or colleagues in a professional manner is important in this role
Job Requisition ID: 26008
Travel Required: None
Location(s): Simplot Headquarters - Boise
Country: United States
The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.