Account Payable Associate

About Williams-Sonoma DC - Sutter Street Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams - Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm. Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, operations, customer service, procurement, safety, analytics, inventory, risk management, maintenance, personalization, loss prevention, or home delivery - and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement - our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you. Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people-first organization. Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain 14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in MississippiSutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million to $1 billion in sales of upholstered furnitureTransportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey The Senior Accountant will provide accounting expertise for Williams Sonoma’s manufacturing division, including ownership of month end close activities, operational reporting, inventory accounting review, accounts payable process oversight, labor reconciliations, variance analysis, commentary, and ad hoc analysis to support the business. This role will partner closely with Operations, Purchasing, Shared Services Accounts Payable, and Receiving to ensure financial results are accurate, timely, and well-supported. The Senior Accountant will provide accounting expertise for Williams Sonoma’s manufacturing division, including ownership of month end close activities, operational reporting, inventory accounting review, accounts payable process oversight, labor reconciliations, variance analysis, commentary, and ad hoc analysis to support the business. This role will partner closely with Operations, Purchasing, Shared Services Accounts Payable, and Receiving to ensure financial results are accurate, timely, and well-supported. The Accounts Payable Associate is located in Claremont, NC. You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will.... The Accounts Payable Associate is responsible for supporting the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payments. This role will work closely with vendors, Shared Services Accounts Payable, Purchasing, Receiving, and internal business partners to resolve invoice issues, obtain approvals, maintain documentation, and ensure invoices move through the payment process efficiently. Accounts Payable Process and track vendor invoices through the accounts payable workflowReview invoices for required documentation and payment readinessManage no-purchase-order invoices, including coding, routing for approval, and tracking through the payment processResearch and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment holds, missing approvals, coding issues, and vendor payment questionsMonitor open invoices, aging items, blocked invoices, and items requiring follow-upReview recurring vendor coding for consistency and accuracyVendor and Internal SupportRespond to vendor inquiries regarding invoice status, payment timing, missing information, or disputed itemsFollow up with internal approvers to ensure invoices are approved timelyEscalate recurring invoice issues, aging items, or payment delays to management as neededAssist with vendor statement reviews and research outstanding invoice balancesSupport accurate and timely communication between vendors, internal teams, and Shared Services Accounts PayableReporting and TrackingMaintain invoice tracking reports, open item reports, and other accounts payable follow-up schedulesProvide regular status updates on outstanding invoices, approval delays, blocked items, and vendor payment issuesIdentify recurring issues in the invoice process and recommend opportunities to improve workflow efficiencySupport special accounts payable projects as assigned Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates…. Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferredAt least 3 years of experience in accounts payable, invoice processing, vendor support, or a related administrative finance roleProficient in MS Excel, including pivot tables and functions such as SUMIFS and lookups Prior experience with Oracle, Microsoft D365, or similar ERP system preferredStrong attention to detail and accuracyStrong organizational skills and ability to follow through on multiple open itemsAbility to communicate effectively with vendors, Shared Services Accounts Payable, Purchasing, Receiving, and internal business partnersStrong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize responsibilities in a deadline-driven environmentAbility to research discrepancies, identify issues, and escalate items as appropriate Our company benefits are second to none in the industry…. Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products401(k) plan and other investment opportunitiesPaid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet InsuranceFor more information on our benefits offers, please visit MyWSIBenefits.comTo learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit: https://shorturl.at/R3OAX (Login credentials may be required) EOE At this time, we are not accepting referrals from third party recruiting agencies for this position. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.