Accounts Payable Coordinator

Grocery Outlet Career•Emeryville, CA

7h•$27 - $31

About The Position

About Grocery Outlet: Our Mission: Touching lives for the better Our Vision: Touching lives by being the first choice for bargain-minded consumers in the U.S. Our Values & Behaviors: Achievement, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Family, Fun, Integrity & Service About the Team: Our Finance team’s mission is to drive efficiency as we support our company and business partners. We analyze data, create records and reports, and make key strategic decisions to keep the business running. Our passion and energy promote a creative and growth-oriented environment. The members of our team are resourceful, critical thinkers that pride themselves on integrity and efficiency. About the role: The Direct Store Delivery (DSD) Accounts Payable Coordinator is responsible for a full range of accounts payable activities including but not limited to, processing a high volume of invoices and reconciling to the store purchase orders, timely communication with store operators on receiving discrepancies, ensuring all vendor statements are current, and providing backup documentation when applicable. This role reports to the Assistant Manager - Accounts Payable.

Requirements

College degree or High school diploma with 2+ years of experience in Accounts Payable.
Ability to balance multiple tasks in a high-volume environment.
Ability to perform at a high level in a fast-paced, accuracy focused department.
Working knowledge in enterprise software.
Working knowledge in Microsoft Office Excel, including vlookup.
Self-motivated, team player.
Ability to work effectively and communicate well with all levels within an organization.
Ability to clearly write routine correspondence.
Ability to follow company procedures.

Responsibilities

Reconcile store merchandise invoices to purchase orders according to company procedures.
Reconcile vendor account statements to ensure aging items are managed proactively.
Research complex invoice reconciliation and/or invoice posting errors.
Manage high volume of invoices, emails, and store inquiries to resolve payment related issues.
Work closely with stores, purchasing department, and vendors to resolve payment related issues.
Organize, prepare, file and upload supporting documents for all invoices that require backup.
Cross train employees to ensure coverage during absences.
Perform other duties as assigned.