JOB SUMMARY
Supervise the accurate processing and payment of merchandise and non-merchandise accounts payable to ensure accurate and timely recording of COGS and expenses. Lead day-to-day operations while driving process improvements, strengthening controls, and supporting period-end close activities. Provide oversight, analysis, and execution of various day to day tasks and special projects related to Accounts Payable inclusive of all payment disbursements including the Visa credit card program, electronic invoicing, warehouse and distribution operations, inventory valuation, and gross profit.
This role requires 4 days in office and 1 day remote (Tuesday & Wednesday are required in-office days). This role is also located in St Louis, Missouri.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise accounts payable teammates and processes.
- Coordinate tasks and responsibilities for the staff to maximize efficiencies to ensure accurate and timely financial accounting on a weekly basis.
- Lead the AP Disbursement program with Commerce Bank by overseeing the tracking and resolution of payment issues and ensuring seamless coordination with Commerce.
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for areas of responsibility. Review journal entries and account reconciliations for direct reports.
- Support implementation of new financial system, Oracle Fusion.
- Provide recommendations for improvements to the accounts payable processes.
- Record, review, and provide forecast updates for areas of responsibility.
- Analyze and provide explanations for various income statement line items on a period/quarterly basis and complete various closing responsibilities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
- Minimum Years of Experience: 3 to 5 years of related experience.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Independent self-starter with excellent analytical, time management, and organizational skills.
- Prior team leadership experience.
- Demonstrates ability to develop both internal and external partnerships.
- Exhibits project ownership.
- Ability to prioritize a heavy workload and meet deadlines. Exhibits ownership of areas of responsibility.
- Professional and effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Technology proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Access.
- Working knowledge of routine and non-routine accounting processes and the requirements of recording transactions in accordance with US GAAP in a matter that creates/maintains an effective internal control environment.
- Working knowledge of Google Suite - Gmail, Sheets, Docs, and Slides.
- Basic knowledge of web-based software applications - PeopleSoft or other accounting software.
FORMAL POLICY SETTING
● Makes recommendations to management
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Walking
- Primarily sitting
Standing
- Primarily sitting
Lifting
- Up to 25 lbs
Travel
- 0-25%
Work Environment
- Flexibility to work outside of and in excess of normal business hours as needed.
The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
Additional Requirements – Internal Candidates:
- Store/Facility Teammates: minimum of six months employment with Schnucks preferred.
- Store Support Center Teammates: minimum of one year employment with Schnucks preferred.
- Must be in good standing (not on a performance improvement plan or active discipline).
- If invited for an interview, must have manager approval based on performance.
Schnucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- 3 to 5 years of related experience
- Prior team leadership experience
- Knowledge of routine and non-routine accounting processes
- Knowledge of recording transactions according to US GAAP
- Understanding of effective internal control environments
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access
- Working knowledge of Google Suite, including Gmail, Sheets, Docs, and Slides
- Basic knowledge of web-based accounting software such as PeopleSoft
- Strong analytical, time management, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize heavy workloads and meet deadlines
- Ability to work four days in the office in St. Louis, Missouri
- Six months of employment with Schnucks for store or facility internal candidates
- One year of employment with Schnucks for store support center internal candidates
- Good employment standing and manager approval for internal candidates
Schnuck Markets, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Pay Growth & Progression — Union contracts in 2025–2028 include across‑the‑board raises that have already increased hourly base rates since mid‑2025. Scheduled future bumps are designed to continue lifting wage scales through 2028.
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Healthcare Strength — Many store roles are covered by union‑administered health and welfare plans, alongside employer‑provided medical, dental, and vision options for eligible teammates. This structure provides access to core health coverage across eligible roles.
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Retirement Support — Covered markets maintain a defined‑benefit pension in addition to a 401(k) savings plan. Company materials also highlight retirement benefits as part of the standard offering.
Schnuck Markets, Inc. Insights
What We Do
Schnuck Markets, Inc., doing business as Schnucks, is a family-owned supermarket chain based in the St. Louis area. Founded in 1939, the company operates over 113 full-service grocery stores across Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana. Dedicated to excellence in service, the company provides a unique combination of quality food, variety, and value while remaining committed to nourishing people's lives and serving its local communities.
