The Role:The Accounts Payable Specialist must have working knowledge of Accounts Payable ideally within the Apparel and Fashion industry. The position is based in our NYC office.Responsibilities:Responsible for full cycle accounts payable processing in in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with company policies.Code, enter invoices, review and match payments to invoice backup, mail out checks and maintain accounts payable files.Provide top-quality assistance and support to all internal and external business partners.Maintain and organize the process of invoice booking: promptly secure all necessary approvals and appropriate coding while meeting high standards of accounting accuracy and position requirements.Ensure that all daily, weekly and monthly tasks are completed accurately by the assigned deadlines.Review and audit expense reporting for receipts and proper GL coding including for corporate credit card expenses.Reconcile vendor statements with processed invoices/payments. Follow-up for invoice copies and with internal contacts in a timely manner.Assist with month-end closing and reconciling AP ledger with general ledger.Assist in investigating and resolving outstanding vendor invoice issuesOrganize and maintain relevant accounting details and filesMaintain systems and provide feedback on improvement opportunitiesBe a team player by providing coverage for team members as needed
Requirements:3-4 years of Accounts Payable in the fashion/apparel industryStrong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and projectsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to establish and maintain positive internal and external working relationshipsExperience working with complimentary business functions such as Production and OperationsEntrepreneurial mindset and goal oriented (self-directed, proactive and able to define and execute projects independently).Proficiency with MS-Office specifically MS Excel, including pivot tables and vlookup. Experience with MS-Great Plains a plus.
The base salary range for this role is between $60,000 and $65,000. The relevant base salary will vary depending on wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training, degrees, and certifications. The base salary is just one component of our total compensation offerings, which consist of a comprehensive benefits package as well as a short-term incentive program, clothing allowance, and merchandise discounts.