Accounts Payable Team Member

Job Summary : As part of our Retail Support Center Accounting Department, this position is responsible for the accurate, timely reporting of financial information by performing various accounting and administrative functions, including accounts payable limited general ledger (GL) reconciliation. This role acts as a store and vendor contact for questions and information related to invoices, physical inventory reports, and financial reports; provides general support to the stores in reconciling / understanding payables information.

Specific Job Duties :

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Receives invoices from assigned store(s); completes upload into Oracle Accounting System by established deadline each week.
• Sorts and processes invoices received by mail; forwards to store(s) for approval.
• Promptly files all invoices (alphabetically) for weekly check selection. Ensures all invoices are filed prior to current week's selection date for timely processing and payment.
• Prints Pre-Check Run and reconciles with corresponding invoices, designated by due date. Troubleshoots discrepancies and takes appropriate action.
• Reconciles vendor statement of account with paid invoices; for unpaid invoices identified, acquires invoice copies necessary for payment processing. Obtains required invoice approval from store(s) as needed.
• Establish and maintains relationships with external vendors and internal contacts.
• Ensures that invoices are accurate and paid on time while adhering to department's policies and standard operating procedures.
• Supports and introduce process improvements to deliver process efficiencies.
• Prints and distributes weekly invoice distribution report to store(s) and works with store department managers to correct any errors with weekly invoice distributions.
• Completes miscellaneous clerical and administrative functions, including filing and photocopying, as required.
• Performs other related support responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer and / or Controller.

Skills Required / Qualifications :

Candidates will be selected from applicants having the best combination of the following qualifications :

What We Offer

The specific programs and options available to any given team member are dependent upon eligibility factors such as position, date of hire, work location, and terms of applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) : It is the policy of Metropolitan Market, LLC that all employees and applicants be afforded equal opportunities in employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender identity and gender stereotypes), national origin, religion, disability, or retaliation for engaging in an EEO protected activity. The Company prohibits discrimination or harassment based on any of these categories, as well as on age, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a parent, military service, or any other bases protected under applicable local, state, or federal law.