Senior Accounting Associate

Job Description Summary: The Senior Accounting Associate is responsible for managing accounts payable operations, vendor onboarding, vendor master data administration, e-commerce accounts receivable reconciliations, compliance reporting, and audit support. The role ensures timely and accurate payment processing, maintains vendor records and payment documentation, supports multi-channel e-commerce reconciliations, and collaborates with internal departments and external vendors to resolve accounting-related issues. Responsibilities include vendor setup and maintenance, payment administration, check management, Concur invoice processing, AR reconciliations, and compliance-related reporting activities. Job Description: Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable Operations & Payment Processing (45%) ·         Review and process invoice requests, including International PO and SAP Concur-related transactions. ·         Manage manual checks, check reviews, stop-payment requests, and payment issue resolution activities. ·         Process domestic and international vendor payments, including wire transfers, ACH payments, and check payments. ·         Review and resolve outstanding check and clearing issues. ·         Update payment information and check records within SAP Concur and related systems. ·         Support accounts payable operations across multiple entities and brands, including KISS and AST ·         Investigate invoice discrepancies, payment exceptions, and vendor inquiries to ensure accurate and timely resolution. Vendor Onboarding & Vendor Master Management (20%) ·         Create and maintain vendor master records, including new vendor code creation, vendor updates, banking information changes, and vendor deactivations. ·         Review vendor documentation, tax forms, banking information, and supporting records to ensure compliance and accuracy. ·         Coordinate vendor onboarding activities with Purchasing and internal business departments. ·         Resolve vendor setup issues and maintain vendor data integrity within ERP systems. ·         Maintain vendor-related documentation in accordance with company policies and internal controls. E-Commerce Accounts Receivable Posting & Reconciliation (20%) ·         Perform e-commerce bank accounts receivable postings and reconciliation activities. ·         Reconcile settlement transactions from online marketplaces and e-commerce channels, including Amazon, Amazon Canada, Walmart, TikTok Shop, Temu, and other applicable platforms. ·         Review settlement reports and investigate discrepancies related to payment activity and cash receipts. ·         Support month-end reconciliation activities and maintain supporting schedules. ·         Monitor currency updates and apply reconciliation adjustments as required. Compliance, Audit Support & Internal Controls (10%) ·         Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external audit requests. …