Accounts Payable Administrator

Accounts Payable Administrator

Are you looking for an exciting career opportunity with a progressive team of professionals in a growing company?

Since 1981, East Coast Seafood has been a global leader in premium food, renowned for our signature North American live lobster and world-class scallops. Headquartered on the historic New Bedford, MA waterfront – the U.S.’s largest fishing port by landed value – we operate two state-of-the-art, GFSI/BRC/MSC/ASC/BAP certified facilities totaling over 150,000 sq.ft. As a Top 15 North American Supplier, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and quality, from adopting High Pressure Processing (HPP) technology, to renovating our plants into a robust food production hub. With over 40 years of industry leadership, we continue to expand our product portfolio, diversify seafood and land-based offerings, and modernize operations, delivering responsibly sourced food to retail, foodservice and global markets.

East Coast Seafood Group is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Administrator to join our Finance team. This role is key to ensuring our vendors are paid accurately and on time, while supporting the broader Finance function in keeping our operations running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Review invoices for proper documentation and approvals before processing
• Enter invoices into the accounting system accurately and on schedule
• Process payments (checks and electronic transfers), obtain signatures, and distribute as directed
• Serve as the first point of contact for vendor inquiries related to Accounts Payable
• Maintain reports, spreadsheets, and AP files for the company
• Support monthly closings, audits, and financial analysis as needed
• Assist corporate financial officers with special projects and reporting
• Provide occasional administrative support to various departments and team members

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills for working with vendors and colleagues

Why Join Us

At East Coast Seafood Group, our people are our most valuable asset. We live by our core values every day:

• Integrity and accountability in all that we do
• Respect and teamwork across every department
• Pride in delivering high-quality seafood to our customers
• A willingness to adapt and improve as we grow
• Passion for sustaining our business and industry

Additional Details

• This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in New Bedford, MA
• Normal office environment with occasional exposure to seafood allergens
• Ability to sit, walk, and perform computer-based tasks for extended periods; occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.

The East Coast Seafood portfolio of food companies includes but is not limited to East Coast Seafood, Seatrade International, and Salt & Sky

• Headquartered in New Bedford, MA (USA’s largest fishing port by landed value)
• Proudly named a Top 15 North American Seafood Supplier
• More than 40 years as a leader in the food business
• Procuring lobster and scallops directly from the boat
• Committed to supplying high-quality food and company-wide BRC certification
• Offering MSC & ASC CoC certified state-of-the-art production facilities
• Producer of private-label and branded value-added CPG products

Offering a competitive compensation package coupled with comprehensive benefits and 401(k) retirement plan, this is a chance for you to take your skills to the next level with a global business representing the best of the Northeast’s seafood.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran or marital status, genetic information or other protected status covered by Federal, State or local law.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer