The Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation’s discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA.
We are seeking an Accounts Specialist III – Accounts Payable to manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, overseeing high volume invoice processing, complex vendor reconciliations and payment accuracy. The Accounts Payable Specialist III resolves discrepancies, ensures policy compliance and assists with month-end closing (accruals) and often mentors junior staff to improve departmental efficiency.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Analyzes, prepares and processes payments for vendor invoices and other financial obligations in accordance with internal accounting policies; reviews documentation including but limited to purchase orders, invoices, receipts of goods, freight, discounts and amounts owed.
- Maintains and reconciles accounts payable ledger and prepares various reports.
- Analyzes and resolves discrepancies in billings and payments and recommends improvements to accounts payable policies and procedures.
- Communicates with internal and external personnel to establish and maintain successful working relationships.
- Ensures adherence to company policies, tax regulations and internal controls, suggesting improvements to streamline AP workflows.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience, with B2B environment and ERP experience required; knowledge of AP automation software preferred.
- Strong knowledge of office administration protocols and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- Ability to manage high-volume processing while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and timely completion of transactions and documentation.
- Strong teamwork, sound judgment, and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally.
- Ability to pass background, credit check, and to work extended schedule when needed.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
- 401(k) match with Traditional & Roth options available
- Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
- 10 paid vacation days, 9 paid holidays, and separate sick time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Numerous Voluntary insurance products available including Pet and Auto
- Free parking
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
The Neil Jones Food Company participates in E-Verify
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We are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience
- B2B environment experience
- ERP experience
- Knowledge of AP automation software
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
- Ability to manage high-volume processing accurately and complete transactions and documentation on time
- Strong teamwork and sound judgment
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally
- Ability to pass a background check and credit check
- Ability to work an extended schedule when needed
What We Do
The Neil Jones Food Company is a US food processor producing the finest quality conventional and organic California tomatoes, custom sauce blends, Pacific Northwest pears, cherries, plums, cranberry sauces and juice concentrates. We are a privately owned, family-run corporation based in Vancouver, WA, comprised of three processing facilities, all of which operate on the tradition of excellence and high quality standards. Northwest Packing Company is located alongside our Corporate office in Vancouver, WA. Here we process a wide variety of canned fruit, tomatoes, and fruit juice concentrates. Our San Benito Foods cannery in Hollister, CA produces fresh-packed, California tomato products, sourced from the very best San Joaquin valley & Santa Clara valley farms. As a foodservice supplier, we fresh-pack our California tomatoes in #10 cans. Tomatek, located in Firebaugh, CA, is our state-of-the-art production facility that produces fresh-packed, California tomato products in #10 equivalent hot fill pouches and industrial bins and drums. We are an important supplier to the retail, foodservice and industrial segments of the food industry, exporting globally. In addition to shipping directly from our processing facilities, we replenish over 18 forwarding warehouses across North America to enhance service to our customer base. Product packaging includes cans in all key sizes, 55 gallon drums, pails, 300 gallon bins, and various hot fill pouches. We are under continuous USDA inspection, are Kosher & Halal certified, hold CCOF & USDA Organic and Food Alliance certifications, and are EDI capable. Our company has a culture that is open, respectful and professional. We are resilient and focused. We are diverse and down-to-earth. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an Equal Opportunity & Fair Chance Employer, and we participate in E-Verify.
