What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Manager position at United Legwear and Apparel Company?
OUR COMPANY
Founded in 1998 United Legwear & Apparel Co. (ULAC) is a global designer, manufacturer and distributor of socks, legwear, sportswear, bodywear, and accessories. As one of the leading resources in the industry, ULAC offers a full range of apparel, from newborn/toddler sizes through teens and adults, thanks to our partnership with Puma and licensing agreements with renowned brands such as Hurley, Skechers, Champion, Van Heusen, Weatherproof, just to name a few.
OUR TEAM
United Legwear & Apparel Co. has assembled a team of experienced professionals with like priorities all working together to make the company the very best in the business. Whether in sales, finance, planning, licensing, or shipping, the goal is always customer satisfaction and superior product.
INNOVATION, DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING
Our design and merchandising teams have expertise in identifying emerging trends, fashions, and consumer desires. We also understand the essence of a brand and translate each brand’s DNA while creating apparel and accessories with the most advanced fabrics and yarns and designing items for sport/performance needs and lifestyle. It is the company goal to deliver the best quality goods and the most innovative products within a category.
ABOUT US
The company as a whole works at a very fast pace. We thrive in an environment filled with tight deadlines, collaboration and camaraderie. The entire company is very tight knit. While we value sharp minds and professionalism, we like to surround ourselves with people who have a quirky sense of humor, and who understand what it means to be confident yet humble. We know how to get things done and have fun at the same time, and are looking for someone who can do the same.
https://www.unitedlegwear.com/
Job Title
The Accounts Payable Manager will be responsible for overseeing the accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining strong internal controls. This position is responsible for the supervision of the Accounts Payable team and oversees the day-to-day processes and ensures deadlines are met. The Accounts Payable Manager ensures proper record keeping of expenses to have accurate financial records and reporting.
Essential Functions (Including but not limited to):
• Manage accounts payable team and the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment approvals, and disbursements.
• Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing vendors.
• Create and maintain vendor profiles upon internal requests while requesting proper vendor documentation.
• Ensure employer identification numbers or social security numbers have been collected from all vendors for the payables clerk to prepare and submit 1099s.
• Reconcile reports regarding cash flow; ensure correct payments are made and applied in a timely manner.
• Develop guidelines for proper handling and coding of invoices to maintain general ledger expense account and inventory records.
• Monitor and enforce internal controls related to accounts payable processes, identifying and implementing process improvements as needed.
• Coordinate with various departments to obtain necessary approvals and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Analyze expense reports and other invoices for accuracy and eligibility for payment.
• Verify payments before controller’s approval by reviewing checks and vouchers.
• Process transactions and perform accounting duties such as account maintenance, recording entries, reconciling book accounts.
• Perform regular review and analysis of accounts payable aging, ensuring timely payments and proper allocation of expenses.
• Analyze aging to work with the staff to resolve outstanding balances.
• Ensure proper recordkeeping of purchases, proper filling and storage of records for use in tax preparation and periodic audits.
• Perform any other duties as assigned in support of the company needs and operations.
Qualifications/Requirements:
• College degree in a related field and 5 years’ minimum experience in accounting with 2 years’ managing two or more employees or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office including intermediate to advanced Excel.
• High level of accuracy, efficiency and accountability.
• Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills to be able to analyze and interpret data and draw valid conclusions that show understanding and insight.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and internal departments.
• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks and workload seamlessly with keen attention to detail and follow-up.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under critical time frames and work on multiple assignments and complex and sensitive information.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and ability to apply good work habits to effectively complete assigned tasks and contribute to the smooth operation of the company/department
Salary Range: $85,000 - $115,000
Workplace Type: On-site
*United Legwear & Apparel Company is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we do not currently sponsor visas.
Salary : $85,000 - $115,000
