Accounts Payable Specialist

Careers Opportunities at AVI Food systems

AVI Food systems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to immediately hire to fill the role of Accounts Payable Specialist at our Headquarters location in Warren, OH. This position works Monday - Friday, dayshift no weekends or holidays.

Founded in 1960,
AVI Food systems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.

• Thoroughly analyze and investigate documents submitted by field managers for accuracy and omissions
• Work closely with field personnel to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Resolve paperwork and reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system balances
• Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports and recording entries
• Pays vendors by monitoring discount opportunities; scheduling and preparing checks; resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, and/or payment discrepancies and documentation; monitoring credits received
• Preparing budget and cash flow projections
• Provide financial analysis support
• Participate in month-end closing processing
• Prepare/review various accounts such as: prepaid expenses, accrued expenses and advanced accounts
• Assist as required on special assignments and projects

• Ability to work under deadlines with an exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Extensive computer skills and proficiency in Excel & other Microsoft Office applications
• Experience in an accounting position is a plus
• Experience with accounting software such as Great Plains, MAS
  500, and Access is a plus
• Customer Service focus
• Strong analytical & organizational skills
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and to work well under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively with the field and internal Headquarters departments
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work extra hours if needed on assignments
• A family culture and atmosphere
• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Immense training and growth opportunities

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE