Senior AP Specialist, R2N
Part of Signet Jewelers, a purpose-driven company who believes love inspires love and whose mission is to enable all people to Celebrate Life and Express Love. Signet Jewelers is a “Great Place to Work-Certified™” company.
About the role
The Senior Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist role requires extensive full-cycle accounts payable experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with internal departments and external vendors. The Senior AP Specialist will play a key role in optimizing AP processes, resolving complex payment-related issues, and supporting financial integrity and operational excellence within the organization.
Responsibilities
- Support the weekly invoice approval process by pulling data from SAP, formatting reports into usable spreadsheets, and assisting departments with invoice review and approvals.
- Provide support for suspense, aging, and other projects.
- Coordinate with department heads and leadership teams to help prepare weekly cash requirement reports for Treasury and FP&A review.
- Assist with weekly SAP payment processing and payment runs, including submission support to Treasury.
- Communicate with vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies, payment inquiries, and account-related issues in a timely manner.
- Review invoices for proper coding, authorization, and supporting documentation prior to payment processing.
- Perform routine review of AP aging reports and assist with reconciliations to the general ledger, escalating discrepancies as needed.
- Support month-end close activities and quarterly reporting processes, including accrual support.
- Provide support for month-end close processes and projects. Ensure efficient operation and compliance with policies and internal controls.
- Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
- Apply basic accounting knowledge to maintain accurate financial records.
- Adapt to process changes, system upgrades, and evolving business needs with a willingness to learn.
- Process invoices and track approvals to ensure timely and accurate payment processing across the organization.
- Maintain vendor documentation, including W-9s, W-8BENs, and banking information.
- Provide administrative and accounting support for ad hoc projects, with a focus on vendor account balances.
Requirements
- 3+ years of AP experience or related field is required.
- Prior experience with SAP.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Pay
The salary range for this opportunity is $66,300 - $73,980. Base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.