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Brown & Haley® is a Tacoma-based company that manufactures and markets ALMOND ROCA® around the world.
At Brown & Haley®, you will find employees who are enthusiastic and passionate about their work. As an award-winning confections company, we are always looking for the brightest, most creative and talented people to join our team. The company is growing domestically and internationally, with almost 50% of our business in export markets. We offer a great career opportunity to build experience and learn skills across the entire spectrum of consumer-packaged goods.
Brown & Haley is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let us know at the time of contact.
Location: 3500 20th St. E., Ste. C, Fife, WA 98424 (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
About the Role
Brown & Haley is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Manager to oversee our accounts payable operations. In this role, you will ensure the timely, accurate processing of invoices, payments, and financial records, while supporting month-end closings, reconciliations, and internal controls.
You will work closely with vendors, internal teams, and our banking partners to maintain efficient financial operations and safeguard company assets, playing a key role in the accuracy and integrity of our financial processes.
What You'll Do:
Invoice & Payment Processing
- Process all vendor invoices, including raw and packaging materials, office and cleaning supplies, utilities, retail store purchases, and miscellaneous items.
- Verify invoice quantities, pricing, and approvals; match invoices to purchase orders and receiving reports; resolve discrepancies with buyers or receiving staff.
- Process freight invoices, ensuring correct vendor information and payment schedules; match inbound material freight to receiving reports for accurate inventory valuation.
- Generate and process broker commission statements monthly, ensuring proper approvals from the Credit Manager and CEO.
- Handle miscellaneous check requests, lease payments, copier readings, and petty cash distribution, verifying GL coding and approvals.
Month-End Close & Reporting
- Prepare and submit month-end journal entries, accruals, and estimated liabilities to ensure accurate financial reporting; enter all Journal Vouchers into the MP30 system.
- Reconcile accounts payable balances, prepare monthly AP reports, and support internal audits.
- Maintain Excel models for utility usage, cost verification, and budget forecasting; collect and value fiscal year-end supply inventory.
- Review company credit card statements, ensuring accurate GL assignment and compliance with company policies.
Controls & Fraud Prevention
- Transmit AP disbursements and manual checks through Wells Fargo Commercial Electronic Office; monitor daily for errors or discrepancies and make timely corrections to prevent fraud.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate across departments including Product, Purchasing, Traffic, and Accounting to support operational efficiency.
Additional Responsibilities
- Support mailroom operations, address labeling, and check writing, and monitor the corporate office front entry.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Controller to ensure smooth financial operations.
What We're Looking For:
Qualifications
- At least 6 years of related or relevant experience in accounts payable or a similar field.
- Fluent in Mandarin
Skills & Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Advanced mathematics and reconciliation skills.
- Excellent timeliness and time management.
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Proficiency with business systems, databases, and data entry.
Physical Requirements
- Primarily office-based work with extended periods of sitting and computer use.
- Frequent use of hands for keyboard and office equipment operation; frequent reaching with hands and arms.
- Occasional standing and walking.
- Ability to lift and move up to 2 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Why Join Brown & Haley?
Join a company with a rich heritage and a commitment to quality, innovation, and collaboration. As our Accounts Payable Manager, you'll play a key role in safeguarding company assets and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations.
Apply today and help drive the accuracy, efficiency, and success of our financial operations.
Pay: $25.00 - $27.88 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Are you fluent in Mandarin?
Work Location: In person
