Specialist I, Accounts Payable

Panera Bread • St. Louis, Missouri • Posted April 12, 2026

Position Overview

Specialist I, Accounts Payable

Job Purpose

To maintain the processing and approval flows of invoices pertaining to all Bakery cafes 

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Accurate and timely management of invoices using workflow and PO systems
  • Process all cafe invoices through a variety of channels including OCR, Excel Templates (EIBs), and EDI
  • Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing vendors
  • Reconcile various account statements monthly
  • Assist vendors with questions regarding outstanding invoices and payments
  • Negotiating payment terms with new and existing suppliers
  • Performs testing of Workday updates
  • Escalates issues appropriately
  • Work cooperatively and effectively in a team environment
  • Assist with special requests and projects as needed

    • Qualifications (Education & Experience)

  • Associate degree a plus
  • Previous AP experience a plus
  • Attenti...