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Accounts Payable Specialist
Accounts Payable SpecialistGorilla Mind, LLC. • Meridian, ID, United States
Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Gorilla Mind, LLC. • Meridian, ID, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Animal Farm Family LLC is a holding company for three rapidly growing e-commerce companies :

Gorilla Mind (gorillamind.com) - Fitness & health supplements store centering around pre-workout, post-workout, protein, and products to support all fitness goals.

Happy Hippo (happyhippo.com) - The world's leading online kratom retailer, along with other popular botanical and herbal supplements.

Intelligent Shop (intelligent.shop) - A brand new men's lifestyle products store, creating innovative new products to help men become the best version of themselves.

We're looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to oversee AP operations across Animal Farm Family brands. This role goes beyond data entry, we need someone who can think strategically about improving processes, manage complex vendor and intercompany relationships, and take on broader accounting responsibilities as the company grows. You'll work closely with our COO and finance leadership team in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This is an in-office position (Meridian, ID).

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Management

  • Manage full-cycle accounts payable for multiple entities.
  • Process and track related-party transactions with proper documentation.
  • Maintain strong vendor relationships and resolve payment inquiries or disputes.
  • Handle high-volume transactions accurately while maintaining internal controls.
  • Manage vendor setup, maintenance, and W-9 compliance.
  • Reconcile AP aging reports and resolve discrepancies.
  • Coordinate with procurement and operations on purchase order matching and three-way reconciliations.

Month-End Close & Reporting

  • Prepare AP-related journal entries and accruals for the month-end close
  • Reconcile AP general ledger accounts and prepare supporting schedules.
  • Assist with financial reports, variance analysis, and audit requests.

    • Process Improvement & Systems

  • Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and accuracy.
  • Maintain AP policies and procedures documentation.
  • Support accounting system upgrades and leverage technology to automate processes
  • .Cross-Functional Accounting Support
  • Assist with general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and cash management activities.
  • Contribute to special projects, including financial analysis of retail partnerships and tracking of trade funding.
  • Provide backup support for other staff accountant functions.

    • Qualifications

    Required :

  • 3-5+ years of progressive AP and accounting experience.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and full-cycle AP.
  • Experience in high-volume environments (consumer products, retail, or distribution preferred).
  • Comfort with multi-company / multi-entity accounting.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems.
  • Advanced Excel / Sheets skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas).
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

    • Preferred :

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • Experience with Acumatica or similar cloud-based ERP systems.
  • Knowledge of related-party transactions and intercompany accounting.
  • Experience in consumer goods, supplements, beverage, or retail.
  • Familiarity with DSD or broadliner distribution models.
  • Experience with trade funding, promotional allowances, or retail deductions.
  • Exposure to system implementations or process automation.

    • What Makes You Successful at Gorilla Mind

  • Proactive ownership of your work without needing constant direction.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment.
  • Strong problem-solving mindset and focus on efficiency.
  • Comfortable wearing multiple hats and stepping into other accounting areas.

    • Compensation

    The base salary range for this position depends on experience. The total compensation package may include performance bonuses and other applicable incentives.

    At Animal Farm Family, we strive to provide competitive and equitable compensation. Actual pay is determined by several factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

    Benefits

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Matching Options
  • Maternity & Paternity Leave
  • Employee Discounts
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