Campus Pride Jobs

What Youll Love About Us:

American Licorice was founded on a simple idea: that companies can succeed by investing in the happiness of their people, communities, and environment. We have a culture focused on Integrity, Compassion, Engagement, and Teamwork - to be better tomorrow than we are today! You have the unique opportunity to join a diverse team that is open, helpful, collaborative, strategic, committed to quality, and dedicated to delivering positively sweet experiences for consumers and associates alike! Established in 1914, American Licorice looks towards the future with the same pioneering spirit, by leading in innovation, quality, and philanthropy. We take pride in the work we do, are transparent in our processes, and celebrate success as a team. If you want to join a growing company with a family legacy and love a challenge, we would love to meet you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

American Licorice understands the value of supporting and encouraging associate wellbeing at home and in the office. Benefits for associates include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Competitive market-based pay
• Growth opportunities
• Wellness incentives for participation in healthy and sustainable living initiatives
• Volunteer time off
• Tuition assistance
• Healthy vending machines
• Positive work-life balance

Position Overview:

The Accounts Payable (AP) Analyst will have a broad range of duties including scanning and naming invoices, entering invoices (with or without a Purchase Order), processing of payments to vendors and associates, processing expense reports and verifying compliance with company policies. Other duties include monthly processing of broker commission statements, accruals, use tax and resolving all vendor inquiries received via e-mail or phone. This position requires a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and completion of work in a timely manner. The AP Analyst is a part of the Accounting Department, but works in a team environment with Manufacturing, Customer Relations, Logistics, Sales, and Marketing.

Essential Job Functions:

• Accounts payable processing, including all aspects of invoice entry, payments to vendors, employee reimbursements and petty cash via check, ACH, and wire.
• Receive and research inquiries from vendors and departments within the company and respond as appropriate.
• Responsible for the complete and accurate recording of all invoices and payments in JD Edwards (JDE) and accurate record-keeping and electronic filing.
• Administrator for all expense report processing including verifying approvals, receipts, GL coding and ensuring compliance with Company policies.
• Involved in continuous improvement within AP process, including possible implementation of AP automation software.
• Track and report Use tax.
• Create A/P accrual monthly.
• Responsible for 1099 processing at the end of the year.
• Assist with Audit prep at year end.
• Additional duties may be assigned on an as needed basis.
• All associates must comply with Food Safety guidelines as related to their position.

Qualifications

Why Well Love You:

• Must have a minimum of two years experience in Accounts Payable.
• A two-year degree in Business or Accounting is preferred.
• Experience with large ERP systems is preferred (JDE a plus).
• Possess strong computer skills, including MS Word and MS Excel, be detail-oriented, have excellent critical thinking skills, and be able to respond to issues in a timely manner while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Overtime may be required occasionally.

Why Well Love You Even M re:

• Good communication skills and the ability to get along with a diverse population are critical qualifications.
• This candidate must exhibit excellent customer service, integrity, confidentiality, and sensitivity when working with both internal and external customers.