Accounts Payable Analyst

Join the team at New Jersey’s largest wine and spirits distributor! At Allied Beverage Group, we’re proud of our dynamic, family-based culture and our role in keeping the beverage industry moving. If you're looking for a great company with great people—this is the place to be!
Overview
Perform a variety of functions in accordance with standard procedures in Accounting and Accounts Payable. Provide accounting support to Importing Division. Post information to the general ledger. Compile segments of monthly close including accruals. Perform account analyses and lead special projects as needed. Serve as back-up for Accounts Payable Supervisor
Responsibilities
Provide accounting support to Imports:

• Properly account for all types of spend including suppliers, other vendors and distributor customers
• Coordinate billbacks to suppliers; apply admin fees as required
• Develop monthly reporting to support senior management

Project Lead for Accounts Payable Automation Project:

• Participate in vendor selection; attend team meetings; set up process flow and Chart of Accounts.
• Assist with user and inter-departmental training.

Accounts Payable:

• Handle all Capital Projects, Operations, Facilities, and Security & Safety transactions including month-end accruals. Research & resolve issues.
• Validation and payment of sales rep monthly allowances in accordance with UFCW Local 2D
• Coordinate and process weekly ACH payment run
• Serve as back-up for processing of weekly check runs during absences of AP Supervisor

Prepare account reconciliations and provide reporting/special projects as requested.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or equivalent
• Progressive experience in Accounts Payable
• Knowledge of general ledger and accounting principles
• Experience dealing with suppliers, vendors and distributor customers at all levels
• Accounting, math, communication, and organization skills are required
• Working knowledge of accounting systems and excel is required
• Able to handle multiple priorities and multiple report-to’s

Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated salary range for this position is $60,000 to $63,000, depending on qualifications such as experience, education, and skillset
In addition to salary, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus and offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plan with company match, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance Plan and more
Why You Will Love Allied Beverage Group
Industry Leader – We are New Jersey’s Largest Wine and Spirits Distributor Culture – We may be a big corporation, but we are still family owned and we like to think that influences our work environment. We promote a culture based on trust, respect and collaboration State of the Art Facility – We opened a brand-new corporate office and distribution center in Elizabeth, NJ in 2019 Your Continued Growth – Our company encourages our employees to reach high, live up to their potential, and advance in their careers. We offer over 9,000 professional development courses that employees can take at any time Competitive Pay and Quality Benefits – Allied Beverage Group offers competitive pay commensurate with experience along with a comprehensive benefits package Allied Perks! – Associate recognition, discounts with several vendors and more
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug and background check for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work
EEO Statement
Allied Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.