Retail Accounts Payable Coordinator - GROWMARK, Inc. - Bloomington, IL
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Retail Accounts Payable Coordinator - GROWMARK, Inc. - Bloomington, IL

GROWMARK is an agricultural cooperative serving almost 400,000 customers across North America, providing agronomy, energy, facility engineering and construction, and logistics products and services, as well as grain marketing and risk management services. Headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, GROWMARK owns the FS trademark, which is used by its member cooperatives. GROWMARK also owns and operates SEEDWAY, the largest full-line seed company in the United States.

Purpose and Summary Statement

Performs accounts payable duties specific to Retail Divisions.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepares all invoices for proper payment. This includes matching invoice to authorized supporting documentation, ensuring proper coding and accurate data entry.
• Issues prompt and correct payments electronically.
• Ensures the timely processing of invoices and credits to maximize available discounts and minimize additional service charges.
• Verifies and corrects vendor data, payments, invoices, credits and discount terms, including verifying invoices to reflect the appropriate sales tax amount prior to entering data into the computer.
• Communicates in a professional manner with Retail Division staff and vendors regarding missing documentation, approvals, pricing or any other discrepancies.
• Ensures invoices coming due are communicated with the appropriate personnel for approval of product and expense invoices.
• Maintains efficient filing system.
• Completes supplier reconciliations on a monthly basis and resolves vendor issues.

Other Job Functions

• Follows GROWMARK's Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Normally requires an associate degree in Accounting, or the equivalent thereof, and/or prior work experience to demonstrate knowledge of basic accounting functions and technical proficiency with computer software.
• Demonstrated essential abilities business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK's policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

Benefits

At GROWMARK, we are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans. Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.