Merchandise/DSD Payables Analyst, HS3, Accounting - Lakeland at Publix Super Markets, Inc. in Lakeland, Florida

Job Description:

This position will be responsible for processing invoices for product delivered to our warehouses, manufacturing plants and/or stores, as well as, working with Purchasing, Stores, Manufacturing and Warehouses to resolve issues.

Other responsibilities could include, but not limited to:

• preparing general ledger account analysis and miscellaneous reporting and


• answering phone calls from stores, warehouses, manufacturing and suppliers

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or another analytical discipline or equivalent experience


• 1 year of experience in accounting or in retail


• knowledge of accounting principles and accounts payables functions


• detail oriented, with excellent analytical, research, and problem solving skills


• excellent verbal and written communication skills


• professionalism and the ability to appropriately handle confidential matters


• ability to demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation, commitment and integrity


• ability to work under deadlines and accurately handle a high volume of work


• ability to multi-task on a continual basis, prioritize and ensure all deadlines are met


• ability to demonstrate initiative by taking responsibility for learning new skills and processes


• ability to work independently or as a team


• ability to positively influence team synergy


• strong organizational skills


• working knowledge of Access, Word, Excel


• excellent attendance and punctuality record


• demonstrate enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work


• commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement 


• commitment to Publix and our Mission

• 3 years of experience in accounting or in retail


• knowledge of contracts, documents, contract language, and processes


• knowledge of SOX requirements and controls relating to Merchandise/DSD Payables


• knowledge of ACH and various payment methods (check, wire)


• knowledge of Dynamic Discounting and Cash Discount Concepts


• advanced knowledge of Marwood and SAP


• intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word)


• intermediate knowledge of BI (Business Intelligence) and Accounting Vendor Portal

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost


• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Group health, dental and vision plans plan


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Short- and long-term disability insurance


• Tuition reimbursement


• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria


• Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)