JOB DETAILS

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST

CompanyAlaska Mill and Feed
LocationAnchorage
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 28, 2026
About The Company
From our humble beginnings over 60 years ago, Alaska Garden & Pet Supply and Alaska Mill Feed and Garden Center has steadily grown into a local company that employs 60 employees. We strive to offer exceptional service, fair prices and an overall good experience for every customer on every visit. These are the core values established by our founders, the Donatello Family. Alaska Garden & Pet Supply currently operates a garden and pet wholesale distribution business; manufacturing facilities for animal feed, fertilizer, ice melt, wild bird seed; and the Alaska Mill & Feed retail store. The Company’s strong emphasis on customer service, quality products (many of which are made in Alaska by Alaska Garden & Pet Supply), and competitive prices have helped cultivate the family-owned business from a very small beginning in one man’s garage to a large, local company that employs over sixty people. We are proud to serve the entire State of Alaska and to be trusted by pet and garden lovers for over 60 years. As of 2016, we are proud to now be employee owned. Alaska Mill Feed and Garden Center is over 10,000-square-feet of retail store space offering the best selection of premium pet food, supplies, treats, toys, beds, pet supplements, and much more. In addition, our store features unique gifts, a wild bird center, a complete garden center, and housewares. Seasonally, we feature pumpkins and fresh cut Christmas trees.
About the Role

Description

Founded in 1950, Alaska Mill & Feed has proudly served Alaska’s farmers, ranchers, and pet owners for decades, delivering high-quality feed products and supplies to communities across the state and providing quality goods and services for your pet and rural living needs! We encourage you to consider joining our knowledgeable staff today while enjoying a friendly work-life balance!


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

  • Ideal candidates will possess an extremely high level of attention to detail, initiative, discretion and independent judgment with a positive attitude and the ability to multi-task. Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
  • Perform general accounts payable duties including coding and processing invoices to the general ledger with a high degree of accuracy for multiple divisions
  • Analyze and reconcile high volume of vendor accounts
  • Ensure accounts payables are closed timely for month end financial reporting
  • Assist staff and vendors with billing, coding and payment questions
  • Monitor, organize, and respond professionally & efficiently to incoming email
  • Performs three-way matching of invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents prior to payment.
  • Maintains organized filing and recordkeeping systems for Accounts Payable documentation.
  • Exhibit an ability to receive feedback, adapt to new processes and continuously develop skills
  • Demonstrate the ability to collaborate, communicate well and effectively relay information with an emphasis on developing positive professional relationships
  • Practice punctual and reliable attendance
  • Perform other duties as assigned


Requirements

 JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 3+ years accounts payable experience
  • Experience working with Windows operating system and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Experience using document management software
  • Demonstrate strong organizational, multi-tasking, analytical, investigative and problem-solving skills 
  • Demonstrate a commitment to excellence, high standards and strong internal and external customer service
  • Proven track record of being dependable, with the ability to self-manage, exercise good judgment and exhibit a desire to grow professionally
  • Frequently climb stairs, lift, carry, push and pull up to 30 pounds
  • Pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment 
  • Possess a valid driver license and maintain a safe driving record

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • College courses in accounting, business administration or similar fields of study

SCHEDULE

This is a full-time, in person, 40 hours per week position. Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 


COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

$24.00 - $28.00/hour. After meeting eligibility requirements, benefits include:

  • Medical Insurance*
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Vacation**
  • Sick Pay
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Match
  • Employee Discounts 
  • Dependent Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Profit Sharing  
  • *100% employer-paid for   employee coverage. **Two to six   weeks annually, depending on the length of full-time service.
Key Skills
Attention To DetailInitiativeDiscretionIndependent JudgmentMulti-taskingAccounts PayableCodingInvoice ProcessingVendor Account ReconciliationMonth End ClosingThree-Way MatchingRecordkeepingCommunicationProblem-SolvingCustomer ServiceMicrosoft Excel
Categories
Finance & AccountingAdministrative
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceLife InsuranceLong-Term Disability InsurancePaid VacationSick PayPaid Holidays401(k) Retirement MatchEmployee DiscountsDependent Tuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Profit Sharing
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The role involves performing general accounts payable duties, including coding and processing invoices accurately for multiple divisions, analyzing vendor accounts, and ensuring timely month-end closing for financial reporting. Key tasks also include performing three-way matching of invoices against purchase orders and receiving documents before payment.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$24 - $28
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
18
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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