Accounts Payable Coordinator
Lawrence, KS - USA
Job Summary
Are You Ready to Make an Immediate Impact
At Babilou Family US we are key players in a fast-growing industry. Reporting to the AP Lead the primary goal of this role is to be responsible for accounts payable processing and reporting on invoices on a daily/weekly/monthly basis for the Babilou Family US and all subsidiaries.
Our work is guided by our educational approachSustainable Education which bridges research and daily practice to help children thrive and lay the foundation for lifelong learning. Were in what we like to call the science of children. Everything we do is rooted in research about how young minds growhow they learn connect and build the skills that last a lifetime. We also lead our HONOR values: Humility Open-Mindedness Nurture Ownership and Recognition. This guiding framework fosters an environment where educators children families and partners feel valued empowered and inspired to grow.
- Review invoices and check requests for accuracy legitimacy coding supporting documentation and proper authorization before processing.
- Enter invoices and check requests daily into Stampli and Microsoft Dynamics 365 accounts payable module promptly ensuring proper allocation to cost centers.
- Amex CC documentation approvals tracking and audit of expenses.
- Assist AP Lead with preparations of monthly insurance invoices.
- Assist AP Lead with open payables report and submit it to Accounting Manager for approval before processing weekly check/ACH runs.
- Assist AP Lead with Check/ACH runs match invoices to checks obtain signatures and distribute/mail vendor checks.
- Perform vendor account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounts payable balances researching and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Support the monthly and year-end accrual process by preparing analyzing and recording accounts payable accruals in accordance with accounting policies and reporting requirements.
Assist with year-end audits by preparing audit schedules providing supporting documentation responding to auditor inquiries and facilitating the timely completion of audit requests. - Collaborate on special projects and process improvement initiatives gathering data and supporting cross-functional efforts to enhance operational efficiency and financial controls.
- Regularly monitor vendor accounts to ensure payments are current.
- Maintain current W-9 information for all active vendors.
- Respond to/ resolve all vendor inquiries such as payment status of invoices unpaid invoices unapplied credits and invoice discrepancies.
- Maintain vendor information in Microsoft Dynamics 365 entering new vendors and updating active vendors.
- Sort and distribute incoming mail.
- Bachelors degree in accounting or business
- 3-5 years or more of accounts payable experience
- Excellent verbal communication skills required for communicating issues and providing concise thoughtful updates to senior management.
- Excellent people team building and leadership skills.
- Proficient excel knowledge skills such as sorting filtering formatting and simple formulas (e.g. SUM AVERAGE VLOOKUP PIVOT TABLES)
- Solid technical analytical and problem solving skills.
- Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Can work at least a full-time 40-hour a week schedule sometimes off-hours as the business requires (i.e. deadlines networking events conferences business dinners etc.).
- Can sit for long periods of time at a computer in a primarily sedentary position; manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
- Limited travel may be required (less than 10% of time) valid passport required.
Up to 50% childcare tuition discount.
Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance effective on your first day of employment.
Free First Stop Health membership providing 24/7 access to virtual primary care urgent care and short-term mental health support.
401(k) retirement plan with annual discretionary employer match contribution.
Optional life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage helping provide financial protection and peace of mind.
Performance-based pay including increases tied to certification and/or degree completion.
Career growth and professional development opportunities including training mentorship and our dedicated CHILD Conference.
Generous paid time off and holiday benefits including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Years so employees can enjoy additional time with family and friends.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential resources and support for mental health financial wellness work-life balance and other personal needs.
Employee referral bonus program because great people know great people! Earn bonuses for helping us build an exceptional team.
Additional lifestyle and fringe benefits including tuition and professional development reimbursement pet insurance and other programs designed to support you and your family.
Salary: $29.00 to $33.00 per hour.
Legal Notice
We are an equal opportunity employer and value a workplace where everyone feels welcome. Employment here is offered on an atwill basis meaning either the employee or the company may end the relationship at any time with or without cause or notice consistent with applicable state and federal laws.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Little Sprouts is not just a day care. We're an award-winning network of early education and child care schools in New England.