About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to join our accounting team in Lakeland, Florida. This position plays a critical role in managing high-volume invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, and AP workflows within a fast-paced produce and logistics environment.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, takes ownership of their responsibilities, and can independently manage accounts payable processes while maintaining strong communication with vendors and internal departments.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the Accounting shared mailbox and daily invoice intake.
- Review, organize, and save incoming AP invoices.
- Process daily accounts payable invoices accurately and efficiently.
- Process high-volume freight, logistics, produce, and purchase order invoices.
- Review and process daily ocean freight invoices.
- Process weekly staffing agency invoices.
- Request and reconcile vendor statements.
- Review vendor aging reports and identify discrepancies or outstanding items.
- Follow up with internal departments regarding invoice approvals.
- Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies.
- Communicate professionally with vendors and internal teams regarding payment and invoice issues.
- Request and reconcile ocean freight statements.
- Perform AP purchase order and general ledger reconciliations.
- Manage weekly CBP tariff statements.
- Process warehouse rent invoices.
- Maintain organized records and monitor pending invoices and approvals.
- Support additional trade accounts payable functions as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume processing environment.
- Strong experience with:
- Purchase Order matching
- Vendor statement reconciliations
- Charge allocations
- Accounts payable workflows
- Experience processing 3-way match invoices, preferably related to freight, logistics, or transportation.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Famous Software, particularly:
- Accounts Payable
- Purchase Orders
- Inventory
- Grower Accounting
- Experience within the agriculture, produce, food distribution, transportation, or logistics industries.
- Knowledge of ocean freight invoicing and tariff statement processing.
The successful candidate will:
- Take ownership of the accounts payable process.
- Be proactive, self-motivated, and solution-oriented.
- Follow through without requiring constant direction.
- Confidently communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Resolve discrepancies and approval delays efficiently.
- Thrive in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
- Demonstrate accountability, reliability, and professionalism.
- Quickly learn new processes and work independently after training.
Why Join Us?
Join a growing organization that plays a vital role in the produce and logistics industry. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within our accounting operations.
If you're an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for an opportunity to take ownership, solve problems, and contribute to a fast-paced operation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Accounts payable: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person