Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

As a key member of the Accounts Payable team, the Senior Accounts Payable Specialist provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers, and ensures company-wide compliance of financial controls. They will serve as point of contact for both vendors and internal customers and assist
others in the group with problem solving. This role is responsible for ensuring invoices are accurately processed and paid in a timely manner. The position requires a highly conscientious, self-starter who wants exposure to a fast-paced global business.

This Hybrid role requires in-person work at our Newton, MA headquarters.

Bright Horizons is trusted by families and employers around the world for high-quality childcare and early education, back-up care, and workplace education. We partner with some of the world's best companies to provide services that help employees perform their best and support families to thrive both personally and professionally.

• Processing invoices and payment requests, including, but not limited to, system generated invoices, uploaded invoices, check requests and EDI invoices.

• Build strong partnerships with our vendors, analyzing their statements and proactively troubleshooting issues.

• Research and solution various issues related to invoice/purchase orders.

• Manage exception queues to help expedite processing.

• Manage monthly invoice uploads into Workday and ensure files are complete and accurate.

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports related to Accounts Payable.

• Ensure that all invoice and payment requests comply with company policies and procedures and meet our internal control requirements.

• Be proactive in identifying areas of opportunity. Make recommendations to management regarding improving customer service, streamlining processes and training needs.

• Serve as lead and subject matter expert for members of the department to troubleshoot issues and recommend solutions.

• Collaborate with internal teams from Procurement, Accounting and Operations to drive resolution on disputed invoices.

• Review debit balances on vendor accounts and take appropriate action

• Provide back-up and support for others in the department as necessary.

• Special projects as requested by the Manager and/or Director.

• Assist in the implementation of new systems or processes with detailed testing

• Provide exceptional customer service to our internal customers

• Required (3) 3-5 years finance experience

• Bachelor's Degree Accounting, finance or related field or 3 years of additional finance experience considered in lieu of degree

• Experience in accounts payable with a multi-site, mid to large sized company preferred.

• Able to work with minimal supervision, but, when necessary, consult with the Accounts Payable Manager and/or Director of Accounts Payable for directions and/or clarity. Accountable for timeliness, accuracy and customer service on a regular basis.

• Works closely with, but not limited to finance, internal audit, procurement, cost center owners, field operations and suppliers ensuring their needs are being met in a professional and timely manner.

At this time, Bright Horizons will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization/visa for this position.

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we're as committed to our own employees as we are to the children, families, and clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Come build a brighter future with us.

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.