Associate, Accounts Payable

Since 1920, New Era has been hand-crafting the finest headwear and apparel in the world. New Era employees are masters of their craft. We are innovators, architects of culture, experts, and forward thinkers. We demand excellence because we pride ourselves on the quality of our products and the authenticity of our brand. Every day at New Era is a new experience because we are redefining what it is to be a lifestyle brand.

This family-owned business was built on the hard work and dedication of our employees. The creativity, innovation, and passion our teams of people around the globe bring every day have made New Era what it is today.

Apply to join New Era's team!

Position Overview

The role of the Accounts Payable Associate is to maintain a relationship with our internal customers as well as our Domestic and Global vendors and to coordinate efforts to ensure invoices are paid in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Verifies the validity of invoices received
• Ensures proper approvals are received prior to payment
• Enters invoices in SAP and Concur for payment, ensuring proper cost center and general ledger coding
• Researches and follows through with vendor requests for outstanding invoice payments
• Interfaces with other New Era Departments on invoice resolutions
• Notifies Vendor Owner of any changes to a vendor address, bank account for wires, name, or any other pertinent information to validate and prevent any fraudulent risk
• Assists with Accounts Payable reconciliation and follow up on open items
• Prepares accounts payable documents for archiving
• Cross-trains on all applications and steps involved in payment process (i.e., Concur Invoice, SAP ECC, etc.)
• Continuously analyzes and provides process improvement recommendations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the department
• Provides support for key finance projects, initiatives, and technology implementations
• Provides additional support to the finance team as deemed necessary
• Keeps sensitive information confidential
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong computer skills, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and the ability to learn and utilize new systems
• Ability to establish relationships and interact with various levels within the organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and efficiently prioritize workday to maximize productivity
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Enthusiastic, pro-active, and positive person who adapts to change and with urgency and persistence
• The ability to be innovative and creative when handling difficult business challenges
• SAP Concur & SAP ECC experience preferred

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field preferred. Additional experience will be considered in lieu of degree
• Zero (0) to Two (2) years of Accounts Payable or other finance related experience required

Travel Requirement

• 0% to 5%

New Era Cap, LLC. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer that believes in inclusion and does not discriminate against any candidate or employee based on race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws.

The salary range for this posted position is $40,000 - $48,000 (plus bonus & benefits) and pertains to candidates located in Western New York. Actual compensation is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, essential job duties and requirements, and necessary experience.

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