Who We Are
American Farmland Trust (AFT) is the only national organization that takes a holistic approach to agriculture, focusing on the land itself, the agricultural practices used on that land, and the farmers and ranchers who do the work. Since our founding in 1980, AFT has helped permanently protect over 6.5 million acres of agricultural lands, advanced environmentally-sound farming practices on millions of additional acres and helped thousands of farm families make a go of it (primarily through programs that increase farm viability and/or enhance farmland access). Long a pioneering leader, AFT is now riding a new wave of growth, driven by agriculture’s most pressing needs and opportunities.
We believe diversity drives innovation. We are inclusive. We embrace differences. We recognize and respect the fundamental value and dignity of all our employees. We celebrate the unique traditions, heritages, and experiences our employees bring to the workplace. We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity, and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Please see AFT’s statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice.
The Position
The Accounts Payable Specialist completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices. Reporting directly to the Controller, the Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for monitoring the outflow of capital for AFT by managing accounts payable using Concur and Intacct software.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs vendor management ensuring proper vendor setup controls are followed.
- Review all payables for approvals, coding, and accuracy prior to performing data entry into accounts payable system, Concur.
- Processes daily cash receipts and makes bank deposit.
- Prepares journal entries, maintains ledgers, prepares detailed cost accounting information, and reconciles reports and ledgers for fixed assets, capitalized items, and expense accounts.
- Decides proper handling of financial transactions; approves transactions within designated limits.
- Oversee corporate credit card program.
- Process annual 1099’s.
- Manage integration of accounts payable information to general ledger.
- Assist team with creating policies and procedures for efficient accounts payable solutions.
- Assist with annual audit as needed; provide support files created during the fiscal year.
- Communicates compliance problems to supervisor for resolution.
Qualifications
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Knowledge of GAAP principles, practices, regulations, and procedures as they relate to accounts payable.
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Knowledge of automated software systems such as Concur, Intacct, and Microsoft Dynamics.
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Skill in both verbal and written communication. Must be able to give training and orientation to new hires for expenses processes.
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Organized and detail oriented.
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Strong reconciliation and analytical skills.
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A team player with strong customer service orientation to internal and external stakeholders.
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High level of ethics, integrity, transparency, and trustworthiness.
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Keeps commitments, maintains confidentiality.
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Ability to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a high volume, multiple priorities environment.
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Demonstrates thoroughness and success with detail work.
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Desire to engage and learn from fellow colleagues and about American Farmland Trust.
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Where applicable, extensive experience working within a remote environment amongst a distributed workforce.
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Expertise with Microsoft Excel; including look up functions and Macros.
Education and Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related area; OR 4-year accounts payable, accounting or related experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
Compensation
The salary range is from $60,000 to $65,000 for full-time employees, based upon experience.
American Farmland Trust offers a full benefits package for full time employees:
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Medical & Prescription Coverage
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Dental Coverage
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Vision Coverage
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Company Paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability (LTD)
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Voluntary Life Insurance
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Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Healthcare & Dependent Care
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Health Savings Account (HSA)
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401(k) with 10% match after six months of employment
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Sick Leave: Regular full-time employees accrue 3.5 hours per pay period (13 “sick days” per year).
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Vacation Leave: Accrue 15 days during the first year increasing by one day per year to 20 days per year maximum.
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Holidays: AFT observes eleven fixed holidays during the year (all offices closed) plus a choice of up to three (depending on hiring month) floating holidays.
Why you should apply:
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Be a part of a purpose-driven, committed, knowledgeable, high-performing, experienced and fun team
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A diverse and inclusive work environment
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A cause and mission you can be proud of
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Competitive compensation & benefits
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Remote work opportunities
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Flexible scheduling
Timeline
Applications must include a resume AND cover letter to be considered. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
We believe diversity drives innovation. We are inclusive. We embrace differences. We recognize and respect the fundamental value and dignity of all our employees. We celebrate the unique traditions, heritages, and experiences our employees bring to the workplace. We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity, and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Please see AFT’s statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice.