Accounts Payable Specialist
Pawtucket, Providence County, Rhode Island, 02861, USA
Listed on 2025-12-23
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Accounting
Accounting Assistant, Accounts Receivable/ Collections
With a rich history spanning over 80 years, Pet Food Experts has evolved from a small family‑run business into the nation's leading pet specialty distributor, proudly serving over 10,000 pet retail locations nationwide.
At Pet Food Experts (PFX), we do more than distribute the best pet products—we fuel independent pet retailers with passion, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to community. With unprecedented growth and an expanded national footprint, we’re stronger than ever, ready to serve more retailers, support more brands, and make an even bigger impact in the pet industry.
The Accounts Payable Product Specialist is responsible for reconciling and posting all inventory‑related invoices and credits accurately and timely. This position works collaboratively with several departments, maintaining consistent positive business relationships with all our vendor partners, and plays a key part in maintaining financial controls and optimizing the company’s accounts payable process.
Schedule Details
8:30am – 5pm, Hybrid (3 in office, 2 remote) or eligible for 8am–6:30pm (2 in office, 2 remote)
What You’ll Do
- External communication for invoices to fulfill all required end‑of‑month deadlines
- Allocate purchase orders and inbound discrepancies to appropriate general ledger accounts, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with internal controls
- Retrieve electronic invoicing and coordinate for timely payment processing, fulfilling all approved discounts
- Prepare vouchers according to data received from the Inventory Control Department
- Prepare and process payments via check, ACH, wire transfer, or online portals
- Reconcile vendor statements, maintaining current records at all times
- Back‑up support for any freight and invoice requests
Accountabilities And Supporting Activities
- Update and maintain the vendor database
- Communicate with vendors as needed
- Filing and scanning
- Assist in streamlining processes and contribute to automation and efficiency improvements
- Data entry
- Other projects as required by the A/P Manager
- An eye for detail and accuracy is imperative
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Professional telephone, email, and interpersonal etiquette
- Capable of handling multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
- Works well independently and in a team environment
- Basic math skills
- Strong computer skills, Google Suite preferred
- Prior accounts payable experience a plus
The Perks of Being Part of the PFX Pack!
- Full benefits package – medical, dental, and vision to keep you feeling your best
- Paid parental leave – supporting you in every stage of life
- Pet perks & product discounts – treat your pets like royalty with exclusive savings
- Hybrid schedule – flexibility to work from home and collaborate in the office
- Education assistance program – invest in yourself and we’ll help with the cost
At PFX, we take care of our people
—because when you thrive, so do we.
Ready to grow with us?
Be part of something bigger. Apply today and bring your passion for pets to PFX!
Pet Food Experts is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military status, or any protected characteristic.
All employment offers are contingent on passing a criminal background check.
Salary: $22-24/hr
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