Associate, Accounts Payable

Accounts Payable Associate

New Era Cap, LLC. is an international lifestyle brand headquartered in Buffalo, NY with an authentic sports heritage that dates back over 100 years. Best known for being the official on-field cap for MLB, official sideline cap for NFL, and official on-court cap for NBA, New Era Cap is the brand of choice not only for its headwear collection, but also for its accessories and apparel lines for men, women and youth. The brand is worn as a symbol of self-expression by athletes, artists and some of the most interesting people around the globe. New Era Cap encourages people to truly express their personal style and individuality through its products.

Since 1920, this family-owned business has hired employees who 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.

Interested in working with us? Check out this exciting opportunity at New Era Cap's Headquarters (HQ) building located in downtown Buffalo, NY. This role is 100% on-site, encouraging employees to collaborate and connect in person five days a week. HQ offers an inviting atmosphere, complete with an on-site caf, fitness center, and Flagship store.

Apply to join New Era's team! 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

• Verify the validity of invoices received
• Ensure proper approvals are received prior to payment
• Enter invoices in SAP and Concur for payment, ensuring proper cost center and general ledger coding
• Research and follow through with vendor requests for outstanding invoice payments
• Interface with other New Era Departments on invoice resolutions
• Notify 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
• Assist with Accounts Payable reconciliation and follow up on open items
• Prepare accounts payable documents for archiving
• Cross-train on all applications and steps involved in payment process (i.e., Concur Invoice, SAP ECC, etc.)
• Continuously analyze and provide process improvement recommendations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the department
• Provide support for key finance projects, initiatives, and technology implementations
• Provide additional support to the finance team as deemed necessary
• Keep sensitive information confidential
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and 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 required. 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

• The location for this position is 100% on-site in Buffalo, NY
• 0% to 5%; domestic and/or global

The salary range for this posted position is $40,000 - $50,000 (plus bonus & benefits) and pertains to candidates located in Western New York. Actual compensation will fall within this range and is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, essential job duties and requirements, and necessary experience.

Our casual work environment celebrates individuality and encourages employees to showcase their personal style. We pride ourselves on offering competitive compensation, a generous PTO policy, along with world-class benefits designed to promote health, financial stability, and personal growth.

As an employee, you'll enjoy a range of perks, including paid parking, exclusive discounts on apparel and headwear, and professional development opportunities right here on-site. We can't wait for you to experience all that our dynamic workplace has to offer!