Accounts Payable Specialist

About the Role:

The Kalmbach Feeds Accounting team requires a highly organized and customer-focused professional, who can relate to both internal and external customers at all levels. The Accounts Payable Specialist supports our Animal Production business, working closely with farm managers, contract growers, vendors, and internal departments to ensure timely and accurate processing of expenses related to livestock production, feed, animal health, transportation, utilities, and farm operations. This role will ensure that all vendor invoices are accurate and approved in a timely manner, provide accurate and detailed record keeping, and proactively maintain vendor accounts. As unique situations present themselves, the successful candidate must be sensitive to customer needs, corporate goals, team member goodwill and company reputation. 

This position offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience in agricultural operations, accounting processes, and vendor relationship management within a growing and dynamic business.

• You prepare and process electronic transfers and payments 
• You monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date 
• You review invoices for proper coding and supporting documentation
• You provide supporting documentation for audits
• You process and upload invoices into the system 
• You communicate directly with vendors and operational managers regarding invoice questions and payment status.
• You research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues 
• You are happy commuting to our corporate office in Upper Sandusky, OH 

Who you are: 

• Minimum of High School Diploma required (1-2 years accounting experience preferred) 
• Possess high energy and the drive required to proactively execute accounting duties within a dynamic business environment 
• Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Outstanding time management and organizational skills 
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to identify discrepancies and follow issues through to resolution
• Strong investigative and follow-up skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Experience with ERP systems, accounts payable software, or Microsoft Excel preferred  

About the Team:

At Kalmbach Feeds, our Accounting team goes above and beyond to provide professional, knowledgeable, efficient, and honest service all while being respectful and building customer relationships. We understand the importance of keeping customers/vendors happy and strive to do this all while having fun and being positive! Our team believes in the value of the Golden Rule and insures each interaction with a customer leaves them feeling appreciated. This department works to maintain the reputation of our company and continues to incorporate our company’s mission. 

About the Company:

Kalmbach Feeds offers the highest quality nutritional products for livestock, poultry, and companion animals. The company was founded in 1963 by Milton and Ruth Kalmbach with a vision to develop the finest products, providing customers with the best possible nutritional value. The Kalmbach family’s traditional core values have served as the compass for consistent success for nearly six decades, and the company has become the regional leader within the animal nutrition industry. Kalmbach Feeds enjoys an excellent reputation for quality and integrity within the animal nutrition industry and is comprised of smart self-starters who are driven to serve customers. Our experienced, talented team utilizes cutting-edge technology and proprietary processes to deliver safe, innovative products. Our stringent ingredient testing, computer automated systems, patented technologies, dedicated manufacturing facilities, and in-house nutrition specialists guarantee it. Additional information regarding our exciting company can be found at https://youtu.be/UONTNdszwY4 and www.kalmbachfeeds.com/.

Kalmbach Feeds Offers: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with eligibility on date of hire
• 401(K) (traditional and Roth options) with generous company match
• 3 Weeks Paid Time Off in first year
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Competitive Compensation
• On Staff Life Coach
• Access to Beach Front Company Condo in Fort Myers, FL

Kalmbach Feeds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each applicant for employment is considered solely based on job qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. The information contained within your resume and application, including employment history, educational history, and references, are subject to verification. Pre-employment drug screen (hair and urine), physical, and criminal background check required. -Only qualified candidates will be contacted.