Accounts Payable Specialist

Shake Shack; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality brand as an Accounts Payable Specialist. This role involves processing invoices, reconciling vendor statements, and collaborating with the Accounting & Finance team. Enjoy a supportive work environment with growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Weekly Pay and Performance bonuses

Shake Shack Meal Discounts

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts

Qualifications

• Experience in processing invoices and reconciling vendor statements.
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Review and process supplier invoices accurately and timely.
• Resolve discrepancies with suppliers and maintain relationships.
• Assist with month/quarter end internal and external audits.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Workday

CrunchTime

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Our secret to leading the way in hospitality? We put our people first!

At Shake Shack, our mission is to Stand For Something Good in all that we do. From our teams to our neighborhoods, we're committed to always doing the right thing. As one of the fastest-growing hospitality brands, we're all about crafting unforgettable experiences for our guests. We offer endless learning opportunities and the chance to make a lasting impact on our business, restaurants, and communities. As a member of the #ShackFam, you’ll have access to hands-on mentorship, training, and growth potential, all in a fun and inclusive environment.

Join us and Be a Part of Something Good.

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing invoices, reconciling vendor statements, and effectively communicate to internal and external partners. This individual will work closely with the internal Accounting & Finance team to support ledger activity questions related to Accounts Payable.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing indirect spend invoices across multiple systems to ensure support documentation is available for the expense being processed.
• Processing supplier invoices with accuracy and timely manner.
• Process invoices with multiple lines of distribution via data loading software.
• Ensure 3-way match for Purchase Orders and follow up on exceptions.
• Resolve discrepancies with suppliers and build trustworthy & reliable relationship with suppliers/departments/colleagues.
• Effectively communicating on inquires to ensure all invoices/inquiries are handled within the company’s SLA.
• Supports, actively promotes, and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards.
• Identify missing invoices form suppliers and ensure they are captured prior to month end close.
• Managing the Service Channel portal and invoicing for AP
• Audit Utility Bill Pay import each week and confirm amounts before disbursement
• Reconciling monthly supplier statements, which includes follow ups and reporting.
• Assist with month/quarter end internal and external audits.
• Review fintech bank activity and prepare correlating settlements
• Ensure company and partners are adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Analyze initiate and implement solutions, best practices, and procedures in the accounts payable department.
• Team-player who can also work independently.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Familiarity with Workday and CrunchTime Preferred
• Microsoft Office knowledge (Excel, Work, Outlook)
  
  

Related Experience

• Restaurant Industry experience a plus
• Transformation in Accounts Payable processes towards automation a plus
  
  

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Benefits At Shake Shack

A work environment where you can come as you are, share your ideas, have fun, and work collaboratively:

• Weekly Pay and Performance bonuses
• Shake Shack Meal Discounts
• Exclusive corporate discounts for travel, electronics, wellness, leisure activities and more
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
• Employer Paid Life and Disability Insurance*
• 401k Plan with Company Match*
• Paid Time Off*
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Access to Employee Assistance Program on Day 1
• Pre-Tax Commuter and Parking Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts*
• Development and Growth Opportunities
• Eligibility criteria applies
  
  

Pay Range - $27.90 - $34.40

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About Us

Beginning as a hot dog cart in New York City’s Madison Square Park, Shake Shack was created by Danny Meyer, Founder and CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group and best-selling author of Setting the Table. Shack Fans lined up daily, making the cart a resounding success, and donating all proceeds back to the park beautification efforts. A permanent stand was eventually built…and the rest is Shack history! With our roots in fine dining and giving back to the community, we are committed to high quality food served with a high level of hospitality. Our team members enjoy a positive work environment that is deeply committed to the philosophy that we "Stand for Something Good."

Shake Shack is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental and physical), sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital, military and veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Hospitality

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