Accounts Payable Assistant

Overview
Ferrellgas is adding an Accounts Payable Assistant to our Accounting team. Working under general supervision, you'll process payable invoices accurately and on time, check invoice details, and help keep the AP process running smoothly. You'll also be a go-to resource for employees, helping them understand our policies and processes for invoices, expense reports, petty cash, customer refunds and purchasing card charges.
If you're detail-oriented, enjoy solving problems and like being the person others count on to get it right, we'd love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Ferrellgas, we’re committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote health, financial security, and personal growth:

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance

Income Protection: Company-provided short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D

Financial Wellness: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Time Off & Family Support: Paid Time Off (PTO), parental leave, and tuition reimbursement

Wellness & Assistance Programs: Wellness program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Medicare support

Employee Perks: Referral program, employee discount programs, and propane savings

Responsibilities

Process payable invoices following standard procedures so they're entered correctly into our financial systems

Enter or upload invoice data manually, with a high level of accuracy and timeliness

Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues

Handle vendor questions and correspondence by phone and email

Help employees understand AP policies for invoices, expense reports, petty cash, customer refunds and P-card charges

Compile reports using Excel and Smartsheet

Capture and index bills of lading (BOLs) electronically

Scan and route incoming department mail to the right team members

File batches and prepare documents for retention

Help gather information and prepare responses for annual internal and external audits

Meet team and department goals and deadlines

Support the Accounts Payable Manager and Accounting Department with other duties as needed

Qualifications

2+ years of Accounts Payable or Finance experience, including invoice processing

Associate's degree preferred, or equivalent experience

Intermediate or higher Excel skills

Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly

Customer service experience

Strong attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset

Strong interpersonal skills and a team-first attitude

Ability to work effectively in a remote environment

Cognos, PeopleSoft or Smartsheet experience is a plus

Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.

Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Work environment

Remote, with daily use of a computer, phone, and virtual collaboration tools; long periods of sitting.

A reliable, high-speed internet connection and a dedicated workspace suitable for video calls

Why work for Ferrellgas? We pride ourselves in providing the best customer service in the propane industry. Ranked consistently as one of the top propane suppliers in the country, Ferrellgas is in the business of providing meaningful moments. Memories full of warmth, dependability you can trust, and outcomes you had only dreamed possible.
Ferrellgas has been recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Employers in America. Please visit our Life at Ferrellgas page for more information.
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