Senior Accounts Payable Coordinator at Island Way Sorbet LLC – Odessa, Florida

Job Description: Senior Accounts Payable Coordinator

Department: Finance / Accounting
Reports To: Sr. Director Finance/Accounting
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Island Way Sorbet

Island Way Sorbet is a premium frozen dessert company known for crafting all-natural sorbets served in real fruit shells, delivering a unique and refreshing experience inspired by tropical flavors. Our products are distributed across retail, food service, and club channels, bringing a taste of the islands to customers around the world. We are a fast-growing entrepreneurial organization that values quality, creativity, and operational excellence, with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional products and building lasting relationships with our partners.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Coordinator to join our Finance & Accounting team. This is a senior-level role responsible for managing the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a process improvement mindset, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment processingEnsure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and expense reportsMaintain and reconcile vendor accounts; resolve discrepancies and inquiries professionallyPrepare and execute weekly payment runs (ACH, wire, checks)Monitor cash flow requirements related to AP and support forecasting effortsMaintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and audit requirementsAssist with month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals and reportingBuild and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholdersIdentify opportunities for process improvements and help implement efficiencies and automationSupport audits by providing required documentation and reports

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience (senior-level preferred)Strong understanding of accounting principles and AP best practicesExperience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, QuickBooks, or similar)Advanced proficiency in Microsoft ExcelExceptional attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlinesStrong communication and problem-solving skillsExperience in manufacturing, CPG, or food/beverage environment is a plus

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits packageOpportunity to work with a growing, dynamic brandCollaborative and entrepreneurial work environmentCareer growth and development opportunities