Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
Accounts Payable Associate
Williams-Sonoma, Inc., Olive Branch, Mississippi, United States, 38654
About Williams-Sonoma DC - Olive Branch, MS
Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams – Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm.
Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.
Williams‑Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barr’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America’s Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people-first organization.
Over 4,000 Full‑Time Associates across the Supply Chain
14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams‑Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:
Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final‑mile furniture hubs.
Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full‑time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi
Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full‑time employees producing approximately $900 million to $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture
Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN
700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey
Position Overview This position is responsible for processing and tracking expenses, running daily invoice processing, reconciliations, and process improvement for a segment of the global supply chain. The
Accounts Payable Associate
position is located in
Olive Branch, MS .
Key Responsibilities
Record, process, and reconcile operating expense invoices
Review payments to ensure proper support documentation
Reconcile vendor accounts on a timely basis and assist in the preparation of general ledger accruals for transactions not yet processed
Work with DC Finance team to ensure that closing duties are performed in a timely manner
Interface with vendors to address payment issues and work with internal customers to review payment documentation in accordance with company policy
Mitigate invoicing discrepancies
Assist in the improvement of the DC Finance accounts payable processes
Propose solutions to correct accounts payable problems/issues
Review and provide guidance related to company policies/procedures. Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures
Special projects to address DC Finance Initiatives
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent
At least 2-4 years of Accounts Payable experience
Strong PC skills (Excel/Word)
Strong written and verbal communication
Ability to analyze data and produce reports to assist operations
Ability to handle high volume workload in a deadline-oriented environment
Preferred Qualifications
Oracle A/P experience
Physical Requirements
Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time
Must be able to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
Benefits
Generous discount on all Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. brand products
401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
For more information on our benefits offerings, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com
To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit https://shorturl.at/R3OAX (Login credentials may be required)
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Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.
Williams‑Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barr’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America’s Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people-first organization.
Over 4,000 Full‑Time Associates across the Supply Chain
14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams‑Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:
Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final‑mile furniture hubs.
Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full‑time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi
Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full‑time employees producing approximately $900 million to $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture
Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN
700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey
Position Overview This position is responsible for processing and tracking expenses, running daily invoice processing, reconciliations, and process improvement for a segment of the global supply chain. The
Accounts Payable Associate
position is located in
Olive Branch, MS .
Key Responsibilities
Record, process, and reconcile operating expense invoices
Review payments to ensure proper support documentation
Reconcile vendor accounts on a timely basis and assist in the preparation of general ledger accruals for transactions not yet processed
Work with DC Finance team to ensure that closing duties are performed in a timely manner
Interface with vendors to address payment issues and work with internal customers to review payment documentation in accordance with company policy
Mitigate invoicing discrepancies
Assist in the improvement of the DC Finance accounts payable processes
Propose solutions to correct accounts payable problems/issues
Review and provide guidance related to company policies/procedures. Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures
Special projects to address DC Finance Initiatives
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent
At least 2-4 years of Accounts Payable experience
Strong PC skills (Excel/Word)
Strong written and verbal communication
Ability to analyze data and produce reports to assist operations
Ability to handle high volume workload in a deadline-oriented environment
Preferred Qualifications
Oracle A/P experience
Physical Requirements
Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time
Must be able to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
Benefits
Generous discount on all Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. brand products
401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
For more information on our benefits offerings, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com
To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit https://shorturl.at/R3OAX (Login credentials may be required)
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