Accounts Payable Specialist

THE JOHN VARVATOS TEAM

John Varvatos is a brand that occupies a unique place in the landscape of American design. Founded and based in SoHo NYC, it unites old world craftsmanship and refined tailoring with modern innovations in textiles and a rock ‘n’ roll sensibility. Launched in 2000 with a collection of tailored clothing and sportswear, the brand now represents an entire lifestyle that includes belts, bags, footwear, eyewear, limited edition watches and fragrances as well as the younger, edgier John Varvatos Star USA collection. 

THE ROLE

Reporting directly to the Controllor, in this position you will be responsible for managing and executing the organization's accounts payable functions, including processing invoices, reconciling statements, ensuring timely payments to vendors, and building strong relationships with vendors.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare weekly payment runs, ensuring payments are booked the same day they are made
• Performing the month end closing process and reconciliation of the ledgers
• Review and verify invoices and payment requests
• Provide supporting documentation for audits
• Other basic clerical duties associated with accounts payable
• Comprehensive knowledge & understanding of the Accounts Payable function with a minimum of three years’ experience
• Track record of success in AP transformation and automation
• Experienced in processing and payment of invoices in multiple currencies and from multiple bank accounts
• Proven experience within a high-volume accounts payable environment
• Confident communication as this role will involve liaising with various manager of the business
• A solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel (Understanding V-Lookup, Pivot and Functions an advantage)
• Strong communication (written & verbal) and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic; Resourceful, hands-on, and able to sense urgency
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under tight deadlines as related to month end and year end close
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Understanding of processes and controls within Financial Operations/Accounting

• Bachelor’s degree mandatory
• 3+ years of full cycle A/P experience
• Experience in a retail or other inventory centered organization preferred
• Experience with RLM accounting software preferred
• Experience with international payment/taxes preferred

This position is a full time position at a rate of $65,000.00 USD/Year. Open to hybrid and remote applicants. 

WHAT WE STAND FOR

• RESPECT: We treat our team, customers, suppliers, partners and planet with respect, always. We speak respectfully about and to others. We respect our customer's valuable time, and each other's. We work as a unified team and respect each other's differences
• RESOLVE: We are determined and we do not give up. We follow through on our commitments. We take accountability and face challenges with enthusiasm
• RAREFIED PASSION: We act with utmost integrity. We seek to continually improve and respond to feedback. We advocate for our brand, customer and product
• REFINEMENT: We pay fanatical attention to the details that make the John Varvatos difference. We strive to be exceptional in all we do.