Accounts Payable Specialist

ABOUT FILSON AND SHINOLA

In 1897 C.C. Filson began outfitting prospectors headed for the Gold Rush with tools and apparel strong enough for the toughest spots on earth. More than 100 years later, Filson remains committed to providing pioneers of all fields around the world with unfailing goods made from the highest quality materials available. Filson recognizes that it takes a world-class team to make a world-class product. As we build on the Filson legacy of American craftsmanship, we are looking for individuals who share our dedication to innovation, excellence, and superior customer service.

At Shinola, we make beautiful, enduring, handcrafted goods that are built to be lived in, worn out, and well loved.  Our thoughtful craftsmanship, timeless design and spirited stories inspire our customers to live well, with confidence & joy—in a style that is uniquely their own!  Because we are a growing and evolving company, each employee is a key stakeholder, making decisions every day that directly impact our overall vision and direction. At Shinola, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant contribution at the start of what we believe will become an iconic American brand.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position currently reports directly to the Controller for Bedrock Manufacturing Company, LLC (“BMC”) and will be an integral part of the Accounting and Finance team for BMC and its subsidiaries : Shinola / Detroit and CC Filson.  The role is based in the Seattle Area requiring at least 4 days in office at the Filson Headquarters located above the Filson Flagship store in SoDo.  The successful candidate will be organized, detail-oriented and analytical, with excellent problem-solving skills.  Strong communication skills are a must, as is the ability to work well as part of a growing team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the accounts payable cycle, including receiving, routing, coding, and entering vendor invoices into the company’s new ERP System : NetSuite
• Generate payments for approval including checks and wire transfers based on the due date of invoices
• Match supplier invoices to purchase orders and review and maintain accurate financial records for all financial transactions
• Foster vendor and business partner relationships with a customer service mindset
• Handling vendors' inquiries and concerns regarding payment status, resolving discrepancies, and negotiating payment terms
• Participate in the monthly financial statement close, including reconciling assigned balance sheet accounts and recording journal entries
• Assist finance department with annual financial statement audit and semi-annual physical inventory counts
• Regularly evaluate workflow and continuously improving accounting systems, controls, and procedures; improve processes and increase efficiency
• Resolving billing discrepancies
• Coordinating with other accountants to ensure accurate records
• Perform other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Note : This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive.  Employee may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Filson and Shinola are equal opportunity employers. We believe that every employee has the right to work in surroundings which are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination.  It is our policy that all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, veteran and military status, genetic information, political ideology or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.  Discrimination and / or harassment based on any of those factors are totally inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated.

With regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, the company offers what the law refers to as "reasonable accommodation" to enable a person to perform his or her job.

Salary range :

$70,000 - $80,000 USD