Accounts Payable Specialist

Amylu Foods is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team! This role would be located at our corporate headquarters in Chicago.

Who are we?

Amylu Foods is a Female founded, high-growth, natural CPG company with over a century of tradition rooted in using fresh ingredients and hand-crafted recipes.

As the pioneers of chicken sausage, we blend innovation with experience, bringing bold, fresh flavors to the table.

From our Chicago roots, we've grown into a passionate, dedicated team of food enthusiasts, leading the category with our creative recipes, small-batch production, and constant flavor innovation.

Celebrating over 100 years of culinary craftsmanship, we're expanding our offerings and distribution nationwide, launching new and exciting products that continue to redefine the protein category.

Role Description

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing vendor invoice processing, payment execution, and vendor relationships for Amylu Foods.

This role reports to the AP Manager and leverages AP automation (currently Corpay and NetSuite) to efficiently process invoices and payments across multiple entities.

The AP Specialist ensures accurate and timely vendor payments, maintains strong vendor relationships, and supports the AP team with reporting, compliance and process optimization.

The ideal candidate brings AP experience, strong attention to detail, and comfort working with automation platforms in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

This role does require the selected candidate to work onsite four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities

• Process and facilitate approval of invoices in Corpay (or similar AP automation platform) ensuring accurate matching, coding, and routing
• Monitor payment terms and discount opportunities to optimize cash management
• Resolve exceptions & discrepancies (e.g., pricing or quantity mismatches, missing documentation etc.)
• Work with procurement or appropriate functional leaders to resolve complex billing issues while communicating appropriately to involved stakeholders and preserving relationships
• Facilitate payment runs including ACH, wire transfers and checks through Corpay and NetSuite
• Develop and maintain reporting for key AP metrics to drive team efficiency in:
• Invoice processing (invoice cycle time, first time match, exception rate etc.)
• Payments (DPO, on-time vs. late payments, off-cycle payments, payment method mix & cost etc.)
• Vendor Management (payment accuracy, duplicate payment rate, active vendors etc.)
• Compliance & Controls (invoices with proper approvals, AP aging etc.)
• Drive AP Aging reviews and payment forecasts for input to cash flow forecasts
• Track 1099 vendors and maintain accurate records of 1099-reportable payments throughout the year; prepare and file annual 1099 forms in compliance with IRS requirements
• Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls related to Accounts Payable
• Support month-end close activities including AP accruals and account reconciliations
• Continuously identify and implement process improvements for the AP function to enhance efficiency and strengthen internal stakeholder and external vendor relationships
• Support evaluation, implementation and optimization of AP automation solutions
• Support internal and external audit as required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience
• Hands-on experience with AP automation platforms (e.g., Corpay, Stampli, Tipalti, HighRadius or similar)
• Experience with ERPs;
• Proficient in Excel and financial reporting tools
• Understanding of 1099 reporting requirements and vendor tax compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• Protein manufacturing or food & beverage industry preferred
• Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to research and resolve situations as required
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high invoice volumes efficiently
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to meet daily deadlines
• Excellent communication skills with ability to interact professionally with vendors and internal team members
• Team player who thrives in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment
• NetSuite experience

Salary Range

$55,000 - $80,000

Amylu Foods is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran, or disability status.