About us

Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves over 130 locations across 13 states and is constantly expanding. Our annual sales exceed $2.5 Billion, and our heart beats in Mattoon, IL, home to our corporate office, distribution center, and flagship store.

One thing our customers appreciate is our unique shopping experience, complete with complimentary popcorn and coffee. It's just one way we show our appreciation for their support.

At Rural King, we value our associates and strive to create a positive, rewarding workplace. We offer growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a people-first environment where dedicated individuals come together to serve rural communities passionately. Join us, and you'll find not just a job but a chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

How we reward you

401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%

Healthcare plans to support your needs

Virtual doctor visits

Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program

15% Associate Discount

Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program

Associate Assistance Program

RK Cares Associate Hardship Program

24/7 Chaplaincy Services

Company paid YMCA Family Membership

What You’ll do

As an Accounts Payable Clerk III, you will be performing professional level accounting work that requires expertise in Accounts Payable. The Accounts Payable Analysts (Vendor Solutions) is to gather, interpret, and uses data to develop actionable steps and optimize results for our vendors.

• Responsible for analyzing and recording assigned vendor account information. Vital responsibility for all assigned vendor information; received invoices, processed invoices, payment status, dispute for credits, and any other matter for their assigned vendors.
• Accurately and timely compares purchase orders, prices, terms of payment and other charges to invoices submitted by assigned vendors for accuracy
• Receive and verify invoices and purchase orders, 3-way matching of purchase orders, receiving slips and invoices for all assigned vendor disputes
• Corresponds with vendors to resolve conflicts. Accurately and timely investigates and reports vendor payment issues or potential hold issues to AP Manager
• Prepares and reviews reconciled reports to accurately convey results via spreadsheets, graphs, charts and other related documents to assigned vendors
• Applies knowledge of accounting practice to the accounts payable function to assure that all transactions are properly processed for assigned vendors
• Ensures that the accounts payable processes and procedures are utilized and that all SOPS are followed in accordance with departmental policies.
• Actively participate in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments.
• Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively.
• Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King’s Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Essential Qualities for Success

• At least 5 years of AP experience or bookkeeping experience.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with time constraints to task resolution
• Must have experience with accurate reconciliation of vendor statements.
• Must have previous experience with three-way match
• Working proficiencies in accounting software, preferably Oracle or SAP
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel’s VLOOKUP.
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to communicate in a professional manner to all vendors with excellent customer service skills.
• Strong understanding of retail business practices.
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated behaviors must reflect integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Ability to understand and follow the company’s core values
• Must be able to participate as a member of a team.

Physical Requirements  

• Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations.
• Capability to lift 15 pounds periodically.
• Able to navigate and access all facilities.
• Skill to effectively communicate verbally with others, both in-person and via electronic devices.
• Close vision for computer-related tasks.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

The pay range for this position is $17.75 - $19.00 per hour and is bonus eligible. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as relevant geographic location, education, certifications, experience, job level, shift, and organizational needs. Eligible associates may also receive overtime pay in compliance with applicable laws. To learn more about our benefits, review here https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:14539c15-191a-4b77-9c13-f6ccfce10094.