Reports to: Controller

With a projected 1,000 cafes in the United States by 2030, Paris Baguette is one of the fastest-growing neighborhood bakery cafés in the world. Our vision is to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community around the world. Paris Baguette’s mission is to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience that delivers joy to everyone.

If you are someone who has heart, wants to spread joy, nourish community and is ready to rise to the occasion, we are looking for you to join our growing team!

WHAT WE ARE HUNGRY FOR

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing the full cycle of accounts payable activities, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities: USA/Canada Accounts Payable (AP):

• Oversee the AP process, including invoice processing, payment approvals, and vendor management.
• Ensure all vendor invoices are accurately coded, authorized, and entered into the accounting system.
• Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments.
• Maintain vendor files and ensure all vendor information is up to date.
• Reconcile AP sub-ledger to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and process 1099s and other tax-related documents.
• Assist with month-end closing activities, including reconciling accounts and preparing reports.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive relationships with vendors.
• Other duties may be assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance preferred.
• At least, 2-5 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar role
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Restaurant 365) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible, adaptive, upbeat, open and visible work style, with a successful track record of supporting operations leaders across a large geographically decentralized portfolio.
• Passion for people! Dynamic and engaged leader who has a passion for empowering, inspiring, motivating & developing team members and franchisee relationships.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills with the ability to effectively balance priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, ever-changing, and highly entrepreneurial environment.
• Feedback is a gift! Ability to provide constructive feedback and recognition to every member of the organization, along with Franchisees, to ensure we have an open and transparent culture of high-performance standards.
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to work with, and support diverse teams by being highly empathetic, intuitive, self-motivated and driven.
• Teams Win! Has to be a team player who fosters a collaborative and engaged team work environment.
• Being a Brand Ambassador, with an excellent knowledge of and commitment to Paris Baguette’s
• Mission, Vision, Brand Values and Culture.

SWEET BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation
• Free Cake for your Birthday
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid time off, paid Holidays
• High Performance Culture