Accounts Payable Associate

Job Description

This role follows a hybrid work model, offering flexibility to work remotely while coming together in the office in Red Wing, MN on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for collaboration. There may also be occasional in-person “Moments that Matter” and key business needs throughout the year that require additional days in the office. Candidates should live within commuting distance of Red Wing, MN at the time of hire. At Red Wing, regardless of working in roles that are fully remote, onsite, or hybrid, what matters most is working together, staying connected, and putting care into everything we do.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Associate to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our finance operations by ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, and upholding strong financial controls. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about accuracy, organization, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, validate, and process vendor invoices in accordance with company Procure-to-Pay policies, ensuring proper approvals and accurate general ledger coding
• Perform 3-way matching (invoice, purchase order, and receipt) and ensure payments are scheduled within established terms
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, and receipts in collaboration with vendors and internal teams
• Reconcile vendor statements and accounts, researching and correcting discrepancies while maintaining accurate balances
• Process and review payables upload files, ensuring accuracy and resolving any inconsistencies
• Support financial and tax audits by providing documentation and maintaining organized, audit-ready records
• Promote and support the adoption of electronic invoicing and payment solutions to improve efficiency and controls
• Monitor Accounts Payable inboxes and respond promptly to vendor and internal inquiries regarding invoice status and payments
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce manual work
• Assist with additional accounting or finance tasks as needed to support departmental goals

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred, and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Working knowledge of accounts payable processes and workflows
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines in a deadline-driven environment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset
• Basic understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles

Additional Information

Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contact [email protected] or call 651-388-8211.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP at https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check.

Red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. is a drug-free workplace.

Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)