Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Start Early
Job overview
The Accounts Payable Specialist at Start Early manages invoice processing and supports the Accounts Payable team to ensure timely and accurate payments, contributing to the organization's financial operations.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves running and analyzing AP reports, administering the accounts payable system, processing invoices daily, preparing check requests, serving as backup for check runs, assisting with audits, and communicating outstanding expenses and cash advances.
Compensation and benefits
The base annual salary ranges from $52,000 to $60,000, with benefits including comprehensive health plans, a holistic wellness program, professional development, 401k contributions, paid volunteer days, and six months paid parental leave.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor's preferred), 2+ years in accounting or similar fields, strong MS Excel and Office skills, experience with accounting/reporting software, knowledge of accounts payable, and ability to handle confidential information and deadlines; familiarity with various software like MS Business Central and Salesforce is a plus.
Career development
The company offers professional development programs to support employee growth and learning opportunities.
Work environment and culture
Start Early promotes a mission-driven, inclusive culture valuing diversity, respect, empowerment, and communication, aiming to create an energized and motivated workforce.
Company information
Start Early is a national leader in early learning and care focused on closing opportunity gaps and building inclusive experiences for young learners through program, policy, and research partnerships.
Team overview
The Accounts Payable Specialist reports to the Accounts Payable Manager and works within the Accounts Payable team to support financial operations.
Unique job features
The position offers involvement in a mission-driven organization with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and access to a variety of software tools and systems for accounts payable management.
Company overview
Start Early, a nonprofit organization founded in 1982 and based in Chicago, Illinois, focuses on advancing quality early learning and care for children in under-resourced communities. Originally known as the Ounce of Prevention Fund, the organization partners with various educational institutions, including Educare Chicago, to provide equitable early learning experiences. Start Early supports practitioners and leaders through research, professional development, and data-driven approaches, aiming to close the opportunity gap for young learners. The organization operates from its headquarters at 33 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience with accounts payable processes, invoice processing, and proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software, emphasizing accuracy and attention to detail.
Showcase your ability to manage deadlines, handle confidential information, and support audit processes, aligning with the role's requirements and Start Early's values of excellence and communication.
Apply through multiple platforms including Start Early's official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of visibility and consideration for the Accounts Payable Specialist role.
Connect with current employees in the finance or accounts payable division at Start Early on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as complimenting their commitment to diversity and inclusion or asking about their experience with the accounts payable system to initiate conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'accounts payable,' 'invoice processing,' 'MS Excel,' 'audit support,' and 'confidential information' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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