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.

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