Accounts Payable Associate

PFG is the parent company to Performance Foodservice, Vistar and PFG Customized. Each division meets the needs of a unique group of customers and continues to evolve as the industry grows and changes. As a group, we can meet almost any foodservice need, spanning independent restaurants, national chains, vending, concessions, and more.

The Accounts Payable Associate will be researching and resolving problematic invoices. The person will work with the vendors and PFG field to determine the cause of the discrepancy and its resolution. The Accounts Payable Associate will utilize the workflow functionality of the document imaging system, and the ERP system, SAP. The setting is a fast paced, high volume Shared Services environment supporting multiple locations.

- Identify problematic invoices and take the necessary steps to resolve. Responsible for reconciling inventory-related invoices at the line item that are not matched automatically in the Enterprise Resources Planning application (ERP) in SAP. - At all times, meet the Business Service Center (BSC) AP Service Level Agreement. - Monitor workflow queues and route invoices for resolution. Meet strict deadlines as an individual as well as in a team environment. - Interface with the vendors and internal customers to research and resolve problems. - Escalate issues as appropriate. - Resolve issues in the issue ticket system. - Advanced knowledge and understanding of Accounting and Accounts Payable practices. - Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Education:** * High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience required. **Experience/Knowledge/Abilities:** * 2-4 Yrs. Accounts Payable Experience. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills. * Self-motivated with ability to work under and meet strict deadlines individually as well as in a team environment. * Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects/tasks in a fast pace, changing environment. * Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness with attention to detail. * Strong research and analytical skills of the accounts payable functions. * Must have strong computer skills, specifically in spreadsheet applications (preferable Microsoft Office applications); word processing and proficiency with Excel required. * Experience working in a Shared Services environment strongly preferred. * Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as needed. * SAP experience or exposure to other major ERP application a plus. * Prior issue resolutions experience a plus. **Work Environment:** * Work is performed in an office environment, which may require the ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. May also require frequent bending, lifting, reaching, standing and grasping to access files. **Equipment Used:** * Personal computer; printer; telephone; calculator; fax machine; photocopier.