AP Specialist

Vertex Education • Chandler, AZ

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About The Position

Be the one who makes a difference! At Vertex Education we are a team of high achievers, courageous leaders, and passionate believers in changing lives through education. As a purpose-led education services provider, our mission is destined to benefit many and yet it starts with just one person inspired to work together with us to make a memorable and meaningful difference for our clients, schools, students, and communities. Be the one who makes a difference—with us. The AP Specialist will efficiently and accurately process and track substantial volumes of accounts payable invoices in a multi-company environment. Workflow will include accurate and timely processing of invoices, vendor communication, and management of assigned vendor accounts.

Requirements

• 2-4 years accounts payable experience.
• Experience in a multi-company environment.
• Knowledge and experience with imaging and approval routing software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills.
• ERP system experience (Workday preferred).
• Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential .
• Strong orientation to detail and analytical skills .
• Solid problem-solving skills .
• The incumbent in this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.
• Must be able to obtain and hold a valid IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Travel between campuses is required from time to time.
• This position requires the need to lift objects (up to 25 pounds) on occasion.
• This position may require sitting for long periods at times, talking on the phone, standing, kneeling, stooping and long periods of concentration.

Responsibilities

• Receive and enter invoices for assigned campuses.
• Identify, reconcile and split costs between shared invoices.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues in a timely manner.
• Ability to recognize expenses related to Federal Grant purchases, capital expenditures and intercompany expenses.
• Match and research POs according to invoices.
• Manage email and telephone communications for assigned vendors.
• Reconcile vendor statements.
• Work with vendors to collect any invoices not received as well as making sure that invoices are paid within terms.
• Assist Legacy and Vertex staff as it relates to Accounts Payable.

Benefits

• Enjoy industry-leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses, with unlimited flexible paid time-off for performance.
• Be able to care for your health and your family with comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits and invest in your future with 401(k) plans with a 6% employer match on your contributions.
• Enhance your growth and development with mentoring and money to take training classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed