Accounts Payable Clerk – Metropolitan Market

[Metropolitan Market]

At Metropolitan Market, we know food! We are a company that is recognized in the food industry for freshness and quality – from our flame roasted prime rib, house made quiche, to our high volume Poke Bar and cut-to-order specialty meats and cheeses.

If you are looking for a company that is dedicated to your growth and development, while supporting the communities in which you work and live, we are the company for you! We provide outstanding employment opportunities, including a generous benefits program and attractive wages. We are looking for outgoing, friendly individuals who want to work in a healthy and rewarding environment!

Job Summary: As part of our Retail Support Center Accounting Department, this position is responsible for the accurate, timely reporting of financial information by performing various accounting and administrative functions, including accounts payable limited general ledger (GL) reconciliation. This role acts as a store contact for questions and information related to invoices, physical inventory reports, and financial reports; provides general support to the stores in reconciling/understanding payables information.

Specific Job Duties:
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Receives invoices from assigned store(s); completes upload into Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains Accounting System by established deadline each week.
• Sorts and processes invoices received by mail; forwards to store(s) for approval.
• Promptly files all invoices (alphabetically) for weekly check selection. Ensures all invoices are filed prior to current week’s selection date for timely processing and payment.
• Prints Pre-Check Run and reconciles with corresponding invoices, designated by due date. Troubleshoots discrepancies and takes appropriate action.
• Reconciles vendor statement of account with paid invoices; for unpaid invoices identified, acquires invoice copies necessary for payment processing. Obtains required invoice approval from store(s) as needed.
• Prints and distributes weekly invoice distribution report to store(s) and works with store department managers to correct any errors with weekly invoice distributions.
• Completes miscellaneous clerical and administrative functions, including filing and photocopying, as required.
• Performs other related support responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer and/or Controller.

Skills Required / Qualifications:
Candidates will be selected from applicants having the best combination of the following qualifications:
• Associate’s degree in accounting, or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• One to three years of accounting experience, including accounts payable responsibilities and general ledger understanding.
• Minimum of two years experience in a professional office environment performing accounting related duties required.
• Strong computer skills and experience with multi-line telephone systems required.
• Excellent 10-key skills (10,000 keystrokes/hour) and capable keyboarding abilities (35 WPM).
• Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel.
• Attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills a must. Analytical and problem solving skills required; proven history of analyzing numerical data.
• Superior oral and written communication skills required, including good punctuation, spelling, and grammar. Strong interpersonal skills essential.
• Ability to produce quality output while working within deadlines a must. Sense of urgency required.
• Proven ability to interact and perform all job responsibilities with professionalism and confidentiality essential.
• and perform all job responsibilities with professionalism and confidentiality essential.

How to apply:

Applications are accepted online. Please visit our website to view complete job description for the Accounts Payable Clerk position.

1. Go to https://www.metropolitan-market.com/careers
2. Complete a general application and create a profile
3. Search open positions and apply anytime, using your general application and profile

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION:
* Attractive Hourly Wage, Negotiable DOE
* Rich Paid Time Off Benefits including Vacation, Personal, Holiday, and Sick
* Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
* Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
* 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching
* Generous Employee Discount
* HRA and HSA Options with Money Provided to you by the Company for Health Care Expenses
* Met ACTIVE Account: Money Provided to you by the Company to Support an Active, Healthy Lifestyle

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