Job Description

Company Description
About Performance Food Group Company

Built on the many proud histories of our family of companies, Performance Food Group is a customer-centric foodservice distribution leader headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. Grounded by roots that date back to a grocery peddler in 1885, PFG today has a nationwide network of approximately 75 distribution centers, 15,000-plus talented associates and more than 5,000 valued suppliers across the country. With the goal of helping our customers thrive, we market and deliver quality food and related products to over 150,000 locations including independent and chain restaurants, schools, business and industry locations, healthcare facilities, vending distributors, office coffee service distributors, big box retailers and theaters. Building strong relationships is core to PFGs success from connecting associates with great career opportunities to connecting valued suppliers and quality products with PFGs broad and diverse customer base. To learn more about PFG and our divisions, Performance Foodservice, PFG Customized and Vistar, visit pfgc.com. Job Description The Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for accurate processing and timely reconciliation of expense, logistics and/or inventory related invoices to ensure on time payments, as well as conduct research for and communicate professionally with suppliers and field operations.

* Promotes and demonstrates a commitment to quality and timely processing of assigned Accounts Payable invoices.
* Performs necessary research to solve invoicing issues and acquire correct information.
* Clearly communicates both verbally and in written format with vendors and operating locations to ensure timely resolution of issues.
* Abides by department policies and procedures, including SOX controls.
* Escalates any highly important internal or external communication to Department Supervisor/Manager, including critical system or supplier issues.
* Develops and maintains positive working relationships with other functional areas, including Operations, Accounting, Help Desk, and Vendor Maintenance.
* Delivers outstanding customer service for both internal and external business partners. Maintains a positive, empathetic and professional attitude at all times
* Handles inquiries and disputes from vendors and operating locations, provide appropriate solutions and alternatives and follow-up to ensure resolution.

Required Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent. Preferred Qualifications Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to compose clear communications regarding complex situations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to multi-task with a high level of accuracy, prioritize and manage time effectively
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Customer service orientation and ability to adapt/respond to different types of personalities
Strong phone contact handling and active listening skills
The ability to complete tasks accurately and meet department production levels is essential for this role.
2+ years high-volume Accounts Payable experience
Inventory knowledge is a plus, but not required
2 and 3-way Purchase Order match experience highly desirable
SAP, AS400 (Infinium, Foodstar or Gemini) or other major ERP applications (i.e. Oracle, Lawson, Great Plains, PeopleSoft, etc.)
Intermediate Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field EEO Statement Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the Company) provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the EEO is the Law poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.