AP Specialist

With approximately 100,000 planted acres in California's San Joaquin Valley, Wonderful Orchards is the world's largest grower of almonds, pistachios and pomegranates. Wonderful Orchards is a part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world through its iconic consumer brands which include Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, POM Wonderful, FIJI Water, Teleflora, and JUSTIN Wine.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Accounting Team. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of accounts payable experience in a mid-size to large corporate environment and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. This role will support end-to-end AP functions while ensuring accuracy and compliance for all outgoing payments.

Key Responsibilities

Invoice Processing

• Process a high volume of vendor invoices and credit memos accurately, ensuring timely entry and proper coding in accordance with payment terms
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, material receipts, and invoices
• Prepare and execute weekly payment runs, including checks, ACH payments, and wire transfers

Account Reconciliation & Analysis

• Analyze and reconcile vendor accounts and statements (via portals when available) to ensure timely resolution of outstanding items such as credit memos, overpayments, and past due invoices
• Proactively identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies related to vendor invoices and payments
• Collaborate with purchasing, operations, and vendors to address AP-related issues, including revising POs and invoices when necessary for accurate matching Communication & Relationship Management
• Maintain strong vendor relationships by ensuring accounts remain current and any aged or stale items are addressed promptly
• Partner with purchasing and operations teams to resolve vendor-related issues efficiently and communicate outcomes clearly to internal stakeholders and vendors.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 2–5 years of experience in a high-volume, fast-paced accounts payable environment; preferably within an enterprise or large corporate setting processing 1,000+ invoices monthly

SPECIFIC KNOWELDGE, AND SKILLS:

• Proven ability to process and code invoices accurately and reconcile large vendor accounts across multiple entities or business units
• Proficient in performing weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers
• Familiarity with purchase order (PO) matching, three-way matching, and vendor payment schedules
• Demonstrated experience working with ERP systems and standard accounting software
• Strong time management, organizational, and multitasking skills to meet strict deadlines
• Proficiency with general computer systems and financial tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and with vendors
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining accuracy and accountability

Pay Range: $23.00-$26.00. Dependent on skills and experience. 

Why chose Wonderful?

Wonderful Nurseries and Wonderful Orchards are part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion company, which also has other No. 1 brands such as Wonderful® Pistachios, FIJI® Water, Wonderful® Halos®, JUSTIN® Wine, and Teleflora®. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.

• We nourish, naturally - We believe that what you put into your body matters. The most nutritious -- and best-tasting -- foods are those from nature.
• We play to win - Our employees set ambitious goals and meet challenges with unified purpose and unmatched energy.
• We act differently - With courage and fearlessness, we are relentless in our quest to inspire healthier. food and beverage choices. As a privately held organization, we have the freedom and the power to make quick and effective decisions.

Wonderful Orchards and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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