Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Reports to: Controller

At Paris Baguette, we are all members of a talented, diverse, and highly competitive team—a collection of genuine individuals united by to a passion to succeed and a desire have fun.  Each Team Member is part of the driving force behind our world-class product and exemplary service.

We live by our CORE VALUES of Integrity- We are honest and stay true to our foundation; Innovation- We welcome change and eagerly pursue challenges; Integration- We value diversity and actively working together.

Pride in our work, our world-class products, and exemplary service are non-negotiables for each member of our team. 

If you are someone who wants to be a part of this, then we are looking for you to join us!

OUR EXPECTATIONS

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for processing invoices received from multiple field locations, the support offices, and vendors on a daily basis. This candidate will be responsible for reconciling vendor statements, responding to internal and external customer inquiries, resolving issues and working within a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.

KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILTIES

·         Accurately reviews, processes and keys (or uploads) a large volume of invoices for multiple locations, to ensure timely and accurate payment.  This includes but is not limited to performing two-way match to purchase orders, ensuring proper business unit and GL account coding, and/or that appropriate approval has been obtained.

·         Complies with accounting and department policies, adapting to changes directed by Accounting Management, including system, policy and procedures.

·         Fields incoming questions and issues, and ensures timely response and resolution.

·         Develops and maintains relations with internal and external parties, while providing excellent customer service.

·         Performs vendor statement reconciliations.

·         Supports month end processes.

·         Special projects and other duties may be assigned.

·         Familiar with Sarbanes-Oxley and the requirements necessary to perform in this position.

·         Understands and observes all confidentialities.

·         Ability to work extended workdays for month end closing to support business needs.

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE

·         Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field.

·         2-3 years’ experience in accounts payable field.

·         Restaurant, food, beverage industry, highly preferred

·         Proficiency with MS Office, highly skilled in Excel, required. Restaurant 365, highly preferred

·          Solid communication skills, strong critical and analytical thinking skills, and appreciation of diversity (thought, ethnic, gender, etc.)

·         Problem-solver.

·         Accounts Payable Specialist must be strong team players and have the ability to work in a fast paced environment, to meet tight deadlines, display a high level of time management and organization skills; while multi-tasking.

·         Excellent sense of customer service and interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills, the ability to adapt to change and good problem solving skills. 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

·         Competitive compensation

·         Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

·         401K

·         Paid time off, paid Holidays

·         High Performance Culture 

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Reports to: Controller

At Paris Baguette, we are all members of a talented, diverse, and highly competitive team—a collection of genuine individuals united by to a passion to succeed and a desire have fun.  Each Team Member is part of the driving force behind our world-class product and exemplary service.

We live by our CORE VALUES of Integrity- We are honest and stay true to our foundation; Innovation- We welcome change and eagerly pursue challenges; Integration- We value diversity and actively working together.

Pride in our work, our world-class products, and exemplary service are non-negotiables for each member of our team. 

If you are someone who wants to be a part of this, then we are looking for you to join us!

OUR EXPECTATIONS

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for processing invoices received from multiple field locations, the support offices, and vendors on a daily basis. This candidate will be responsible for reconciling vendor statements, responding to internal and external customer inquiries, resolving issues and working within a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.

KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILTIES

·         Accurately reviews, processes and keys (or uploads) a large volume of invoices for multiple locations, to ensure timely and accurate payment.  This includes but is not limited to performing two-way match to purchase orders, ensuring proper business unit and GL account coding, and/or that appropriate approval has been obtained.

·         Complies with accounting and department policies, adapting to changes directed by Accounting Management, including system, policy and procedures.

·         Fields incoming questions and issues, and ensures timely response and resolution.

·         Develops and maintains relations with internal and external parties, while providing excellent customer service.

·         Performs vendor statement reconciliations.

·         Supports month end processes.

·         Special projects and other duties may be assigned.

·         Familiar with Sarbanes-Oxley and the requirements necessary to perform in this position.

·         Understands and observes all confidentialities.

·         Ability to work extended workdays for month end closing to support business needs.

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE

·         Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field.

·         2-3 years’ experience in accounts payable field.

·         Restaurant, food, beverage industry, highly preferred

·         Proficiency with MS Office, highly skilled in Excel, required. Restaurant 365, highly preferred

·          Solid communication skills, strong critical and analytical thinking skills, and appreciation of diversity (thought, ethnic, gender, etc.)

·         Problem-solver.

·         Accounts Payable Specialist must be strong team players and have the ability to work in a fast paced environment, to meet tight deadlines, display a high level of time management and organization skills; while multi-tasking.

·         Excellent sense of customer service and interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills, the ability to adapt to change and good problem solving skills. 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

·         Competitive compensation

·         Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

·         401K

·         Paid time off, paid Holidays

·         High Performance Culture