Accounts Payable Processor
About the position Join our Accounts Payable team as a skilled finance specialist, where you'll play a key role in ensuring efficient, accurate, and timely processing of payments and vendor relations. This hybrid position offers flexibility to work both in-office and remotely, supporting First Bank's commitment to operational excellence and strong vendor partnerships. In this Role You Will Ensure Accurate and Timely Vendor Payments: Process daily vendor invoices and payment batches using the COUPA accounts payable system, maintaining precision and meeting deadlines across multiple payment channels. Drive Audit-Ready Procurement Operations: Collaborate with the Vendor Management team to support clean audits and streamline procurement processes for compliance and efficiency. Optimize Real Estate Spend: Handle landlord rent and CAM payments, conducting spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities. Maintain Reliable Financial Records: Oversee accounts payable and expense reimbursement systems, ensuring records are complete, organized, and audit-ready. Deliver Actionable Financial Insights: Perform daily and monthly account reconciliations and generate reports that inform decision-making and promote organizational effectiveness. Resolve Vendor Inquiries Promptly: Monitor the Accounts Payable inbox, research and resolve vendor questions, and facilitate communication to maintain strong partnerships. Support Regulatory Compliance: Review 1099 reports for accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards. Enhance Operational Efficiency: Promote digital engagement with vendors, drive portal adoption, and increase e-invoicing rates. Facilitate Onboarding: Set up new employees in accounts payable and expense reimbursement systems, ensuring smooth transitions. Execute Special Projects: Complete ad hoc analyses, reports, and special projects as assigned to support department goals.
Responsibilities
- Ensure Accurate and Timely Vendor Payments
- Drive Audit-Ready Procurement Operations
- Optimize Real Estate Spend
- Maintain Reliable Financial Records
- Deliver Actionable Financial Insights
- Resolve Vendor Inquiries Promptly
- Support Regulatory Compliance
- Enhance Operational Efficiency
- Facilitate Onboarding
- Execute Special Projects
Requirements
- Proficient knowledge of accounts payable processing
- Minimum of 2-3 years related accounts payable experience required
- Proficiency in Excel
- Adaptable and dynamic in a progressive, changing environment
- Strong technical, analytical, and recordkeeping skills
- Creative thinker with a positive, proactive attitude
- Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Excellent time management, organization, and communication skills
Nice-to-haves
- Associates degree in accounting or finance preferred
- Preferred software experience: Coupa, PeopleSoft AP, Chrome River, Visual Lease