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Job Summary:
The Sr. Specialist, AP Accounting is responsible for supporting day-to-day Accounts Payable operations for the company, including processing invoices, managing vendor records, auditing employee expense reports, and assisting in ownership of the accounts payable email inbox. Using excellent customer service skills, this individual will work directly with internal and external stakeholders to provide or request information and resolve AP-related issues.
Responsibilities:
- Efficiently process a high volume of invoices across multiple subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines
- Collaborate with internal teams to confirm approvals are properly documented and compliant with company policies and procedures
- Act as the secondary reviewer and approver for employee expense reports, verifying proper documentation, accurate coding, and policy compliance
- Review and approve purchase order (PO) requests to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies
- Conduct detailed analysis of monthly vendor statements, proactively resolving discrepancies in collaboration with vendors
- Manage and prioritize communications in the shared Accounts Payable inbox, extract vendor invoices for processing, and address inquiries regarding payments or credits
- Maintain and update vendor records, ensuring all required supporting documentation is accurate and up to date
Requirements and Preferred Experience:
- Prior experience with a multinational company is required
- 2-5 years of experience in an Accounts Payable-focused role
- Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes and best practices
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
- Software industry experience preferred
- Ability to set priorities and meet department deadlines
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a similar field is preferred
What makes OpenGov unique
» Leadership: CEO Zac Bookman (MPA from Harvard and JD from Yale) is truly a mission-driven CEO. He was named one of the 100 most Intriguing Entrepreneurs by Goldman Sachs, a Tech Pioneer by the World Economic Forum, and SF and Silicon Valley Business Times' 40 under 40 class of 2018!
» Growth: Record breaking growth with 1,800+ governments (and counting) using our products. Click here to read more.
» Culture: Winner of 2023 Top Workplaces USA award, Awarded Top 25 Cloud Companies to Work For, Winner of Forbes 2022 Best Startup Employers, 50 Best Workplaces award. Check out our Careers Video!
» Perks: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. We almost forgot to mention: New parents get paid leave to welcome your new bundle of joy into your family. Plus, a wellness stipend for gym memberships/fitness classes for medical plan enrollees, employer HSA contribution, 401k with employer match, and lunch in-office every Wednesday.
» Product: Named to the GovTech 100 (seven consecutive years), we are the leader in cloud software for our nation's cities, counties, and state agencies.
» Mission Driven: We are a technology company with a passion for the mission. We're powering more effective and accountable government.
Come join us and make a positive social impact!
OpenGov 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.
