Accounts Payable Specialist

Caleres • Clayton, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as an Accounts Payable Specialist in St. Louis, MO where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact and shape the future of our renowned brands. If you have a passion for fashion, detail oriented, then this is the perfect role for you! As a member of our team, you'll be part of a company that values results, caring and learning.

Requirements

• BS/BA in Business, Accounting or Finance preferred
• 0-2 years relevant business experience
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices, particularly related to accounts payable
• Ability to perform, interpret, and apply mathematical/financial formulas and concepts
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and circumstances, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret requests/instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form and deliver requested information clearly and concisely
• Strong communication & customer service skills are required. Ability to adjust communication style for the audience
• Technical skills within MS Office such as Excel (above average), Word, Outlook, PowerPoint; Experience in SAP or equivalent ERP tools; Banking systems a plus

Responsibilities

• Support department processes: Ensure established standards and controls are maintained
• Execute weekly payment cycle: Monitor and ensure payments are executed timely and accurately
• Process travel payments: Manage all travel payments while executing timely based on weekly/monthly due dates
• Partner with Accounting: Ensure financial transactions/adjustments are processed according to GAAP
• Execute department objectives: Report on team KPIs monthly to ensure strategic objectives are successfully executed
• Lead reporting: Prepare, analyze, and present accurate reporting to leadership and accounting
• Project management: Routinely lead special projects, including project initiation, planning, and execution
• Support automation efforts: Proactively identify opportunities to streamline reporting, processes, and systems

Benefits

• 30% Associate Discount across Caleres brands
• 401k
• health benefits
• PTO
• Mental Wellness Resources
• Access to earnings before payday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level