.We blend care and creativity to nourish the world.Griffith Foods is global product development partner, we specialize in high-quality food ingredients. We serve global food companies and regional food companies worldwide.As a family business, we've valued people above all else for 100 years. Griffith is renowned for true, collaborative innovation. Our people care. We're committed to helping our customers create better products - and a better, more sustainable world. Learn more about Griffith Foods on www.Griffithfoods.Com The purpose of the role As a Continental Europe Accounts Payables Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the integrity of our company's AP ledger in Continental Europe Region. Your primary responsibility will be responsible for managing the entire accounts payable process, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payment approvals, and reconciliation of accounts. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the company's financial health by ensuring that all outgoing payments are processed correctly and in compliance with company policies and procedures. Responsibilities Review and verify invoices and check requests. Sort, code, and match invoices to purchase orders or other relevant documents. Enter and upload invoices into the accounting system. Track expenses and process expense reports. Payment Processing: Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments. Prepare and perform check runs. Reconcile accounts payable transactions and monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date. Resolve invoice discrepancies and issues with vendors. Maintain and update vendor files. Communicate with vendors and internal departments to resolve payment-related inquiries or reconciling differences. Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures concerning vendor management. Month-End Close: Assist in the monthly closing process by preparing necessary reports, including aging reports and AP accruals. Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted. Assist with year-end close and provide supporting documentation for audits. Compliance and Documentation: Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal controls. Maintain accurate historical records by filing and retrieving documents related to accounts payable. Assist in implementing and improving accounts payable processes and procedures. Collaborating with internal departments to gather, analyze, and interpret relevant financial information. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (with other team members in UKI/Continental Europe Region) to gather financial information and support audit activities. Performing audits (Group Audit and Stats Audit) on financial AP data to assure its accuracy and truthfulness. Reconcile AP balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner