Accounts Payable Specialist

STARR Restaurants is a leader in the restaurant industry with a proven commitment to excellence including James Beard awards, Michelin Stars, and some of the top-rated concepts in their respective markets. Driven by a luminary’s vision and defined by our world-class culinary stars, whose distinct tastes offer each guest an experience that is at once spirited and sophisticated. Like a restaurant kitchen during dinner service, things move fast around here – and we like it that way.   

STARR Restaurants is currently seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in the Philadelphia area to join the team. This individual is responsible for the verification of invoices, expense coding, voucher preparation and related reconciliations and reports. Additionally, this role is responsible for the validation, processing and filing of invoices.    

Job Responsibilities/Essential Functions: 

• Accurately code and process accounts payable transactions 
• Review and approve invoices for accuracy and completeness 
• Collaborate with restaurant managers to verify and correct submitted coding 
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, taking action based on findings 
• Assist with month-end close processes 
• Prepare and post journal entries into Great Plains for allocation purposes 
• Respond to inquiries from vendors, suppliers, and employees, resolving discrepancies as needed 
• Maintain and manage 1099 records 
• Ensure all files and documentation are organized, complete, and accurate 

Qualified candidates will have: 

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an Accounts Payable role, preferably in a multi-unit or multi-concept environment 
• Accounting degree preferred, but not required 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications 

STARR Restaurants is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.