Accounts Payable/Cash Applications Specialist at Central Garden & Pet

Description

The Accounts Payables responsibilities include ownership of all Straight Key and Enter Match invoice processing, reconciling account balances, preparing and processing weekly bank EFT, and check payments. The specialist will also research problematic accounts, and work with other team members to stay on top of departmental and companywide needs including month-end AP accruals. Additional responsibilities will include cash applications and general ledger responsibilities.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take ownership and process daily, weekly, and monthly Accounts Payable critical tasks/responsibilities
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency
• Maintain organized filing system
• Prepare weekly EFT, and check payments
• Follow up with approvers and have a sense of urgency for aging invoices pending approval
• Must have strong understanding of prepaid expenses, such as prepaid rent, insurance, taxes
• Communicate with Senior Accountant for updates regarding recurring entry, coding or other
• Work with staff from other departments as needed to ensure prompt issue resolution
• Must be flexible and open to process and policy changes as internal controls and process transparency are further improved
• Cash Applications
• General Ledger Responsibilities
• Other projects as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have strong knowledge of AP and financial concepts
• Strong customer service and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and processing accuracy
• Experience in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central a plus

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Experience working with large customer base and high volume of transactions
• 3-5 years of Accounts Payable experience

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401k with 5% company match!
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Paid parental leave

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the pet and garden industries. The Companys innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, C&S, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, Nylaboneand Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with 6,450 employees primarily across North America. Visitwww.central.comto learn more.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.#LI-ST1