Specialist I, Accounts Payable chez Panera Bread

Job Purpose

To maintain the processing and approval flows of invoices pertaining to all Bakery cafes 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely management of invoices using workflow and PO systems
• Process all cafe invoices through a variety of channels including OCR, Excel Templates (EIBs), and EDI
• Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing vendors
• Reconcile various account statements monthly
• Assist vendors with questions regarding outstanding invoices and payments
• Negotiating payment terms with new and existing suppliers
• Performs testing of Workday updates
• Escalates issues appropriately
• Work cooperatively and effectively in a team environment
• Assist with special requests and projects as needed

Qualifications (Education & Experience)

• Associate degree a plus
• Previous AP experience a plus
• Attention to detail, speed, and accuracy is imperative
• Experience with high volume workloads
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop relationships with suppliers and team members
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with expanding duties and responsibilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications including Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams
• Experience with Workday or other large ERPs preferred, but not required.

Working Conditions

• Required travel – 0%

Physical Requirement

• While performing this job, the incumbent is regularly required to stand, sit, talk hear & use hands and fingers to operate keyboards

Direct Reports

• This position will have approximately 0 direct report.