From its headquarters in Salinas, Markon Cooperative, Inc. provides fresh produce purchasing, logistics, information, and marketing services exclusively to its five member distributors (Ben E. Keith Foods, Gordon Food Service, Gordon Food Service Canada, Nicholas & Company, and Shamrock Foods Company) and their foodservice customers. A leader in food safety, quality control and innovation, Markon is also mindful of the produce industry's impact on people – from field workers to consumers. At Markon, we put people first, and we offer a culture that values teamwork, loyalty, and a commitment to excellence. Learn more about Markon at Markon.com.
Markon’s AP Coordinator is an essential member of our Finance Department and will be an integral member of the Accounts Payable team, assisting with the vendor payment process and other accounting related tasks. This position requires the ability to exhibit independence, flexibility and good judgment to respond to changing priorities. The ideal candidate is an organized and motivated team player, dependable and driven by excellence. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Minimum Qualifications
- Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge and skills necessary to carry out the job duties; typically includes a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of related work experience
- Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook, and the ability to quickly learn new software
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good math skills; the ability to apply concepts like fractions, percentages and ratios to practical situations
- Ability to identify and resolve problems independently and with sound judgment
- Ability to consistently demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness and dependability
Desirable Qualifications
- AA or Bachelor’s degree
- Produce industry experience preferred
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
SAMPLE DAILY TASKS FOR ASSIGNED VENDORS
- Manages incoming AP mail; opens, sorts vendor invoices
- Compares vendor invoices to PO; enters vendor invoice numbers and releases for payment when invoices match the POs; researches vendor invoices that don’t match and submits them to the appropriate Purchasing staff for the bad boy process
- Researches and resolves other problem files with Product Managers and AR staff; refers problems files to supervisor, as needed
SAMPLE WEEKLY TASKS
- Releases adjustments/purchase credit memo (PCM) and preps for processing checks
- Manages the check printing process including running checks and balancing to report, matching backup to checks, submitting for payment, mailing checks and deductions backup, and filing backup
- Reviews Invoices/Vendors on hold, releasing holds when appropriate
- Reviews AP aging and researches items older than 21 days
- Maintains vendor relationships by handling vendor inquiries regarding payment status and resolving issues such as order discrepancies and past-due files
- Performs a variety of administrative tasks including filing and mail/Fed Ex
SAMPLE MONTHLY AND ONGOING TASKS
- Tracks invoice discrepancies distributed to the Purchasing Team
- Researches aged POs and missing invoices, or credits
Salary & Benefits
Competitive hourly rate and benefits. This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Employer subsidized health, vision and dental insurance effective on the first of the month following hire. PTO accrual and paid holidays from date of hire.
