Senior Accounts Payable Coordinator

ABOUT THE BRAND At Karl Lagerfeld, we are driven by Karl’s mantra: “Embrace the present and invent the future.” Always contemporary and forward-looking, the House of KARL LAGERFELD shares the creative vision and design aesthetic of its iconic founder, Karl Lagerfeld. We are the only fashion house that carries Karl’s name on its door and we strive to live up to this responsibility in everything we do, every day, with the utmost joy and passion. Our headquarters in Paris and in Amsterdam are home to a highly diverse and driven team of KARL family members that hail from over 35 countries. Together, we aim to create meaningful stories and product concepts that connect to Karl’s world and iconic attributes. Women’s & Men's ready-to-wear, bags, small leather goods, swimwear and underwear are managed directly from our Amsterdam headquarters, while other categories, including footwear, fragrances, eyewear and more, are developed with best-in-class licensing partners. We connect with our consumers on multiple levels, ensuring that our online and offline approach goes hand in hand. We thrive to maximize consumer engagement via more than 200 KL stores worldwide, our premium wholesale partners, and our strong digital footprint, spearheaded by our karllagerfeld.com and 35 countries. Our digital channels currently represent more than 30% of our overall full-price business. We are a dynamic, fast-growing and inclusive company built on professionalism and strong values. At KARL LAGERFELD we’re committed to working toward the highest standards of sustainability and integrity across all areas of our business,. In 2019, KARL LAGERFELD joined as a founding member of the Fashion Pact, a global sustainability initiative seeking to transform the fashion industry through objectives in three areas: climate, biodiversity and ocean protection. THE ROLE Are you looking to join a dynamic, fast-growing international fashion and retail company? We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accounts Payable Coordinator to support our Finance team. This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing, payment execution, vendor management, and compliance with internal controls. The ideal candidate has experience working with Finance ERP, Medius AP Automation, and possesses a solid understanding of the Purchase Order (PO) lifecycle within a retail environment. You will thrive in a fast-paced international setting, demonstrate strong organizational skills, and maintain a high level of accuracy and professionalism. Reporting directly to the Accounts Payable Team Lead, you will play a key role in supporting the financial operations of the business. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Invoice Processing & Vendor Management • Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently through Medius and M3, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. • Perform thorough validation of invoice documentation and coding, allocating costs to the correct financial dimensions, entities, and cost center. • Monitor and manage invoice workflows, ensuring timely approvals and resolution of exceptions. • Maintain vendor master data, including the creation, modification, and validation of supplier records. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with external vendors and internal stakeholders. Purchase Order Management • Review and validate invoices against approved Purchase Orders and Goods Receipts. • Investigate and resolve PO-related discrepancies, including price variances, quantity mismatches, and missing receipts. • Work closely with Procurement, Retail Operations, and business stakeholders to ensure adherence to the Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) process. • Support continuous impro