Seasonal AP Analyst — Drive Payables in Retail

See's Candies, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

See’s Candies seeks an Accounts Payable Analyst to join our Finance team in the United States. The role supports AP processing, vendor inquiries, and month-end close, ensuring accurate GL coding and timely payments.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in accounting, familiarity with manufacturing/retail operations, and strong Excel/Word skills. Knowledge of Workday Financials is highly preferred and the position offers opportunities to optimize processes within a growing company.

Qualifications

• Three to five years’ experience in Accounting or equivalent.
• Experience related to a manufacturing and/or retail environment.
• Knowledge of Workday Financials highly preferred.
• Knowledge of accounts payable functions related to invoice processing.
• Advanced PC skills including MS Excel and MS Word; 10-key by touch.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills; strong analytical skills; excellent customer service skills for both internal and external customers.
• Detail-oriented, able to handle multiple tasks and strong organizational skills.
• Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and manage change efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and vouchers for payment accurately and timely, with proper documentation and authorization.
• Review and reconcile accrued receipts to vendor statements; communicate discrepancies to Procurement and vendors.
• Review GL coding and coordinate with cost center managers to code invoices and accruals.
• Process and record pre-paid expenses and reconcile GL accounts monthly.
• Prepare journal entries for accrued expenses and adjust posting errors.
• Reconcile vendor statements and accrued receipts reports.
• Research past-due statements/invoices and assist vendors and internal departments with payment status.
• Manage vendor relationships and build effective partnerships.
• Assist with month-end, quarterly, and year-end Close of the General Ledger.
• Provide general accounting support, including filing and mail handling, and assist with special projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Team player

Tools

Workday Financials

MS Excel

MS Word

10-key by touch

Job description

See’s Candies seeks an Accounts Payable Analyst to join our Finance team in the United States. The role supports AP processing, vendor inquiries, and month-end close, ensuring accurate GL coding and timely payments.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in accounting, familiarity with manufacturing/retail operations, and strong Excel/Word skills. Knowledge of Workday Financials is highly preferred and the position offers opportunities to optimize processes within a growing company.