Accounts Payable Specialist

Career Tools

About This Role

RethinkFirst is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join its accounting and finance department. Operating as a remote-first organization, the company develops behavioral and mental health technology to support schools, employers, government agencies, clinicians, and families globally. This position handles the complete accounts payable cycle, manages procurement tool workflows, reconciles general ledger accounts, and supports month-end close operations. The ideal candidate will work independently to manage competing tasks while ensuring…

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end accounts payable operations by monitoring the AP inbox and entering invoices into Sage Intacct with correct general ledger coding
• Match incoming bills with receiving documentation and purchase orders while verifying proper sign-offs
• Conduct vendor statement reconciliations and address billing discrepancies promptly
• Handle correspondence with internal departments, staff members, and external vendors regarding AP matters
• Reconcile general ledger accounts related to accounts payable and contribute to month-end closing procedures
• Review and process corporate credit card transactions alongside employee expense reports
• Act as the primary administrator for the procurement software, offering user assistance and maintaining approval paths
• Maintain compliance with internal controls and established company guidelines
• Provide documentation and support for audit requests
• Find ways to optimize accounts payable workflows and boost operational efficiency

Requirements

• Three to five years of full-cycle accounts payable experience
• Solid grasp of accounts payable principles and standard accounting procedures
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities, including VLOOKUP functions and pivot table creation
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities
• Organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to execute deliverables independently to secure accurate outcomes
• Capacity to prioritize competing tasks and deadlines

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in finance or accounting

Core Skills

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Retirement plan with 401k matching
• Flexible paid time off
• 11 paid company holidays
• Parental leave

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers are based only on the employer’s listing; where it doesn’t say, neither do we.

Sample Interview Questions

AI-generated questions tailored to this specific role — a preview of the full practice set.