Accounts Payable Associate

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more!

 

Our Corporate Office is now accepting applications for an Accounts Payable Associate! This position will have the opportunity to support FUI’s accounting team. We offer a competitive salary along with a complete benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, a complete 401K match, paid holidays, and much more!

 

Areas of Accountability

 

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT – our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

 

Purchase Document Entry                Maintain Records & Reports                Use Tax      

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain highest level of confidentiality, customer service and professionalism to promote a positive image of the Company

 

Manage entry of purchase orders and invoices at all division levels, verifying coding, approval and documentation prior to posting

 

Ensure proper coding of items that are use tax liable

 

Match invoices with material receipts and enter invoices into Microsoft Business Central

 

Effectively communicate with co-workers and management regarding purchases; maintain vendor relationships

 

Create weekly cash disbursements according to vendor payment terms via weekly checks, ACH and wire payments

 

Perform vendor statement reconciliations and resolves and issues

 

Ensure transactions are posted to general ledger accounts in the appropriate accounting period and that invoices are being paid within the agreed upon terms

 

Monitor the department’s shared email inbox and route to the appropriate individual

 

Monitor and reconcile credit card charges for all departments

Complete month end processes and invoice accrual

 

Other duties as assigned

 

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, preferred; or comparable education and/or experience

Accounts payable experience, preferred

General ledger experience, desirable

High level of proficiency, accuracy, discretion and confidentiality

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office — Word, Excel, and Outlook