Lead Accounts Payable Associate

Overview

Who We Are

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.

Perks & 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

Compensation

The range displayed reflects the range the company reasonably expects to pay for the position. The actual compensation offered to the selected individual(s) will depend on their relevant education, training, or experience, among other bona fide factors.

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Responsibilities

What You Will Do

As a Lead Accounts Payable Associate you will perform a variety of accounting tasks to identify and resolve A/P related business and vendor issues. The role serves as lead to lower-level Team Members and is the primary training resource and point of escalation for accounting problem resolution. The Lead Accounts Payable Associate serves as a resource for the identification, development and documentation of new and existing procedures and works to accomplish special projects. This job classification requires knowledge of accounting practices and procedures and the ability to accurately produce vendor related reports, analyze general ledger accounts and prepare government information reporting. 

How You Will Make A Difference

• You will be a SAP and Document Direct Super User, testing new and revised processes through Quality Assurance (QA) before implementation.
• You will provide system changes for on-boarding and off-boarding users and updating training manuals.
• You will work closely with other departments to identify process improvements, propose solutions and participate in the implementation of approved changes.
• You will serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for the assigned functional area.
• You will lead and provide training and support, review work and motivate team members in the department.
• You will ensure that communication from leadership cascades to the team in an accurate and timely manner concerning changes and system status.
• You will perform account reconciliations/analyses for complex vendor accounts and provide financial analysis and support.
• You will recommend, design and implement ongoing improvements in accounts payable processes and procedures for assigned functional area.
• You will work on special projects and ad hoc analyses; leading project teams for small projects or as part of a larger, complex project.
• You will monitor, troubleshoot and resolve problems related to accounting/financial processes under area of responsibility.

Qualifications

Who You Are

• You like to work in a fast-paced environment
• You take initiative 
• You are detail-oriented and value accuracy
• You demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills
• You have the ability to gain alignment across a diverse stakeholder group around priorities and plans in support of key business objectives
• You have a strong background in accounting and finance

How you align with our FAMILY values

Fearless: You’re passionate about solving complex problems.

Accountable: Your work shows you care, and you care as much as your passion for people.

Memorable: You make lasting impressions and connections.

Inspiring: You’re not afraid to THINK BIG!

Learning: You are consistently learning and staying up to date with current business and professional trends.

YOU: You make an immediate and lasting impact in everything you do.

Must Haves

• 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. Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred.
• 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 motive 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.

Physical Demands - Employees may occasionally experience the following physical demands for extended periods of time:

• Sitting
• Keyboarding
• View computer monitor
• Bending and/or lifting boxes up to 30 pounds

Permanent residency in California is a condition of employment for this position. This means a job offer may be denied or rescinded and, if employed, employment may be terminated if an applicant/team member ceases to reside in California.

Internal Applicants:

No disciplinary action during the past 6 months.Your current leader must recommend that you apply for this position and provide endorsement upon request from HR.You must upload a resume and answer all application questions

Salary : $26 - $33