The Accounts Payable Coordinator is responsible for processing invoices and check/wire requests. Additional duties include reconciliation of vendor statements, research and resolve vendor invoice/payment discrepancies, process vendor chargebacks and debit memos, and providing exceptional customer service to internal business partners and external vendors. Skills and competencies critical to this role include a basic understanding of accounting principles, general knowledge of financial systems, and excellent customer service skills.
REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Vendor Finance
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
*Process, analyze and validate vendor invoices and chargebacks for payments *Ensures invoices and check requests are processed efficiently and accurately in accordance with DSW policy and procedures *Electronic storage of invoices, related data, and other documentation into DSW electronic repository *Responds to internal and external inquiries and collaborates with other team members or departments to research and resolve vendor payment related issues *Process daily mail, both physical and email, sent to the Accounts Payable department *Strives to improve operations and identify efficiencies within process
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
*Basic knowledge and understanding of accounting principles *Must be open minded and willing to accept change and new ideas *Excellent customer service skills are essential *Positive attitude and a willingness to help team achieve department goals and deadlines *Ability to work cross-functionally with other departments to achieve results *Operates well in a highly repetitive and controlled environment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
*Must be proficient in general use of computer applications, including Microsoft Office suite *Excellent verbal and written communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
*Knowledge of Lawson, Oracle, On-Base and Jesta
EXPERIENCE:
*1-3 years' experience in accounts payable, accounting, or business related field. An undergraduate/associate degree in accounting/finance may substitute for relevant work experience.
