Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Johnson Brothers is a leading family‑owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, delivering exceptional service since 1953. We proudly represent the world's top beverage brands and are committed to excellence, innovation, and growth. Johnson Brothers offers exciting opportunities in a variety of areas. Join our passionate team and help shape the future of the beverage industry!

Position: Accounts Payable Clerk. An Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for accurate day‑to‑day processing of accounts payable invoices and ensuring that all due dates are met. The position works directly with the Accounts Payable Supervisor and Accounts Payable Manager.

This is a hybrid role: office 3 days a week at our St. Paul office.

• Process/Audit invoices ensuring accuracy and compliance with Accounts Payable guidelines
  • Ensure spend categories and cost centers are accurate
  • Verify correct supplier is being paid with current address
  • Ensure submitted payment amount is accurate and matches supplier invoice
  • Confirm accurate supplier invoice date and number
• 3‑Way PO Matching process for product‑based supplier invoices: compare supplier invoice, inventory receipt, and purchase order to ensure all key components match before releasing payment
  • Audit case quantities, FOB, gallonage, and supplier
• Reconcile Accounts Payable transactions
• Monitor open payables
• Ensure credit memos are utilized timely
• Research supplier statements
• Respond professionally and timely to all supplier/vendor inquiries regarding invoice and payment status
• Assist with month‑end close process
• Assist Johnson Brothers locations with inquiries regarding proper Accounts Payable processes and outside inquiries

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• Experience working in Workday software is preferred
• Effective and efficient communication skills; both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning financial aspects of the company
• Attention to detail while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Ability to multitask is a must; work daily within multiple accounting programs at once
• Computer proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general internet applications

Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00/hr placement within the range will be contingent upon qualifications, experience, internal equity, union status (where applicable), and market data.

Johnson Brothers offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, health savings and flexible spending accounts. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k) with an employer match, short‑term disability coverage, company‑paid long‑term disability insurance, generous paid time off (PTO) plans and paid parental leave.

Johnson Brothers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair treatment and hiring based on qualifications. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

St. Paul, MN (Hybrid – 3 days in office)