Accounts Payable Coordinator, SMCP - New York, New York

SMCP - Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot

Position:  Accounts Payable Coordinator

Location:  SMCP North America Headquarters, 44 Wall Street / 20th Floor, New York, NY  10005

COMPENSATION RANGE:  $26 - $28 Per Hour

Who We Are

SMCP is a prominent global leader in the luxury fashion market, celebrated for its Parisian Chic ready-to-wear and accessories collections.  Operating across diverse international hubs, from Shanghai to New York City, our commitment to sustainable growth defines our brand values.  With a portfolio comprising four distinguished global brands – Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot, and Fursac – our influence spans 46 countries from free-standing lifestyle boutiques to leased concession shop-in-shops and off-price outlets.  Complementing our physical presence, our eCommerce websites in the U.S. and Canada extend our reach as we continue to shape the future of Contemporary Luxury Fashion across the globe. 

Visit our Global Company website at https://www.smcp.com/en to learn more. 

What Sets Us Apart as an Employer in the Global Luxury Fashion Space

At SMCP, our distinctiveness as an employer in the global luxury fashion sector lies in our unwavering commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Anchored by three pillars – Product, People, and Planet – our CSR strategy is a testament to our dedication to sustainability and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB).  Our clearly defined core values, instilled from the top down, form the bedrock of our organizational culture.  Here at SMCP, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our 6500 world-wide passionate entrepreneur team members.  Our strong financial results are bolstering or appeal as an employer, marking 2021 as our “comeback” year.  Add to this mix our uniquely coveted Parisian chic merchandise collections, and you have an employer that not only sets trends in the fashion world but also cultivates a work environment that fosters innovation, diversity, and success.  Here at SMCP, passion meets purpose, and together, we redefine the future of luxury fashion. 

What We Are Looking For

In this role, you’ll support the day-to-day operations of our Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing, vendor communications, and month-end close activities. This is a fast-paced, high-volume position ideal for detail-oriented professionals with strong organizational skills and a passion for working in a dynamic, fashion-forward environment.  

Organizational Structure - Reporting Relationships

Internal:

• Direct Supervisor: Accounts Payable Manager
• Department Head: Director of Accounting
• Pyramid Head:  CFO

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

Incoming Invoice Mgmt

• Assist with management of Accounts Payable Mailbox and physical mail
• Communicate with vendors – respond to inquiries/resolve issues
• Send payment confirmations and remittance advices to vendors
• Gather new vendor information/changes in vendor and provide to Sr Accountant for entry

Daily Invoice Mgmt 

• Scan/save the vendors invoices in a timely manner 
• Process both OPEX and CAPEX invoices
• Code each invoice to the relevant GL accounts and cost centers
• Assist with sending invoices to approvers and follow through
• Review, correct and re-address the invoices rejected by approvers
• T&E: review each expense to ensure it is within company policy limits
• All invoices should be processed in a confidential manner

Invoice Payments

• Assist with preparation of payment batches – Wire and/or ACH, occasional checks
• Keep track of credits owed to the company and ensure they are correctly applied to vendor payments

Month End Close Prep

• Ensure that all invoices are accounted for by month end
• Provide a detailed list of invoices to accrue for, for invoices received within a few days after month end

Principal Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Required  

• A minimum of 1-2 years of Experience in Accounts Payable, preferably within the fashion industry with high volume of invoices processing
• Knowledge of accounting terminology, concepts, practices and procedures
• Knowledge of Oracle is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft excel
• Associate's degree in Accounting required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills