Associate Accounts Payable Specialist

About Lamb Weston

You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world. 

A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You’ll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you’ll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar – together.

If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

Job Description Summary

The Associate Account Payable Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices in compliance with established Accounts Payable (AP) and SOX controls. This role supports the day-to-day resolution of invoice issues within the ERP system and contributes to ongoing improvements of AP processes that advance the department and organizational goals.
The position will work remotely on the Accounts Payable team with direct support from their Lead and Supervisor.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Individuals in this position must:

· Incorporate AP / Finance principles into daily work activities

· Accurately process a high volume of supplier invoices in alignment with established Accounts Payable, Finance, and SOX compliance standards

· Review and validate invoices against purchase orders and receiving to ensure accuracy and completeness

· Resolve invoice exceptions within the ERP system

· Utilize SAP to route invoices to appropriate recipient with clear communication on needed actions

· Maintain accurate records management relative to the AP function in accordance with policies and SOX controls

· Escalation for support and guidance with complex issues

· Support internal and external audit support through accurate documentation and process knowledge

· Collaborate with team members in a remote environment, contributing to a positive, solution-oriented team culture

· Assist with stretch assignments and special projects at manager's direction

· Support the broader AP function by providing backup coverage during high-volume periods or staffing gaps

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job.

· Experience in Finance, Accounts Payable, or similar functions a plus

· Ability to leverage software such as Microsoft Office, SAP, or a comparable ERP tool.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities

· Ability to work independently and as a team player, be organized, and plan ahead

· Ability to follow departmental vision

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Receptive in a remote environment

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive.  Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts

• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program

• Paid Time Off

• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance

• Family-Friendly Employee events

• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Anticipated Close Date

The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.Anticipated Close Date: 01/08/2027

Pay Transparency

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate's work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role is listed below.Pay Rate or Range: $42,570.00 - $63,860.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law