Accounts Payable and Implementation Specialist

Tulkoff Food Products is a dynamic and rapidly growing private equity-backed portfolio company within the food industry. We specialize in the manufacture and distribution of specialty sauces across North America, with a commitment to delivering high-quality products and innovative solutions to our customers. As we navigate a period of expansion and strategic initiatives, we are seeking a seasoned Accounts Payable Consultant to join our team and contribute to the company's success.

The Accounts Payable & Implementation Specialist will be responsible for all facets of accounts payable functions with a focus on implementing automation tools to enhance efficiency.

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Salary- Starting at$70k annually

Key Responsibilities:

The duties for this position include but are not limited to the following:

Invoice Processing & Payment Management (Day-to-day functions to learn about Tulkoff)

• Process invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports accurately and efficiently.
• Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies in collaboration with the procurement and operations teams.
• Prepare and process electronic transfers, ACH payments, and check payments in compliance with company policies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and promptly address inquiries regarding payments, outstanding balances, and discrepancies. Communicate with vendor contacts as necessary.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.

Automated Accounts Payable Functions (Process improvement functions to make Tulkoff better)

• Document Management: Implement and maintain an electronic document storage system for secure and efficient retrieval of AP records.
• Develop and implement automation solutions to streamline invoice processing and payment workflows.
• Electronic Invoicing: Utilize e-invoicing platforms to receive and process invoices digitally, reducing reliance on paper-based invoices.
• Automated Invoice Processing: Leverage Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and AI-driven automation to capture, validate, and process invoice data, minimizing manual data entry and reducing errors.
• Digital Approval Workflow: Manage automated invoice approval workflows, ensuring invoices are routed to the correct approvers based on predefined rules to accelerate processing.

Vendor & Compliance Management

• Maintain accurate vendor records, including tax information and banking details, ensuring compliance with manufacturing industry regulations.
• Work closely with procurement and supply chain teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls, and company policies.
• Assist in internal and external audits by providing accurate AP records and documentation.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5 years of accounts payable experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with electronic invoicing systems and automated invoice processing tools.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems (Ross, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Understanding of three-way matching (invoice, purchase order, and receiving document) processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with operations, procurement, and vendors.

Tulkoff offers a generous benefits package that includes 401(k) with an 8% employer match on contributions, great work/life balance, paid time off, employer paid life insurance, monthly staff lunch, and other voluntary benefits.