Lead Accounts Payable Associate

Raley's • West Sacramento, CA

278d • $25 - $33

About The Position

The Raley's Companies is a private, family-owned, and purpose-driven retail company headquartered in West Sacramento, CA. Since our founding in 1935, our store operations have grown to include more than 235 locations across four states and four Tribal Nations under eight well-known banners: Raley's, Bel Air, Nob Hill Foods, Raley's O-N-E Market, Bashas', Food City, AJ's Fine Foods and Bashas' Diné Market. Built on a higher purpose, the organization and our over 21,000 employees are committed to quality offerings, exceptional service and doing right by our team members, communities, and planet. Today, the Raley's, Bel Air Markets, Nob Hill Foods and Raley's O-N-E Market banners carry on the legacy of innovation by serving as more than grocery stores. Our purpose of changing the way the world eats, one plate at a time, has made Raley's a trusted source for nutrition and wellness. We strive to enhance transparency and education in the food system to help customers make more informed, healthy food choices. We also serve as the destination for the best fresh products, affordable offerings, and personalized service.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Accounting or Business and a minimum of three or more (3+) years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education, experience or training.
• Technical financial/accounting knowledge to conduct routine to complex analysis, prepare reports, monitor results, and interpret information.
• Strong systems skills and personal computer proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge and understanding of Accounts Payable processes and procedures.
• Experience with SAP or ERP System.
• Able to import/export and analyze large volumes of data. Must be proficient in Vlookup and Pivot tables.
• Ability to lead, train and motivate employees.
• Ability to complete work in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ability to develop and present analysis and conclusions.
• Ability to relate well to others and maintain effective working relationships.
• Strong attention to detail and written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to reconcile and analyze various types of vendor accounts and provide guidance.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of accounting tasks to identify and resolve A/P related business and vendor issues.
• Serve as lead to lower-level Team Members and be the primary training resource and point of escalation for accounting problem resolution.
• Identify, develop and document new and existing procedures and work on special projects.
• Act as a SAP and Document Direct Super User, testing new and revised processes through Quality Assurance (QA) before implementation.
• Provide system changes for on-boarding and off-boarding users and updating training manuals.
• Work closely with other departments to identify process improvements, propose solutions and participate in the implementation of approved changes.
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for the assigned functional area.
• Lead and provide training and support, review work and motivate team members in the department.
• Ensure that communication from leadership cascades to the team in an accurate and timely manner concerning changes and system status.
• Perform account reconciliations/analyses for complex vendor accounts and provide financial analysis and support.
• Recommend, design and implement ongoing improvements in accounts payable processes and procedures for assigned functional area.
• Work on special projects and ad hoc analyses; leading project teams for small projects or as part of a larger, complex project.
• Monitor, troubleshoot and resolve problems related to accounting/financial processes under area of responsibility.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly
• Retirement Savings Plan - 401(k) including company contributions and matching funds
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualified courses
• Scholarship opportunities for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and eligible dependents
• Paid time off
• Family leave and time off
• Life insurance
• Wellness Programs (Raley's Healthy Lifestyles)
• Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax - commuter, childcare, and medical expenses)
• Health Savings Account
• Corporate store and discount programs (10% off groceries, free items)
• Discounts to amusement parks, gym memberships, mobile phone plans, etc.
• Employee Assistance Program (free financial, legal, and mental health services)
• Charitable contribution opportunity and volunteer time off and community events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Education Level: Associate degree