Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk

Company: One Lifestyle , Ltd.

Department: Finance/Accounting

Reports to: Accounts Payable Supervisor

The Team You Will Join:

We count on accounting and finance to deliver far more than just the numbers. Lifestyle Communities’ (LC) Finance team helps us realize our goals and achieve our ambitions by identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to drive value. You’ll join a dynamic team committed to elevating the company through product innovation, process improvement, and margin and profitability enhancement. You will strategize, forecast, analyze, audit, research and lead important decisions.

Who You Are:

As the Accounts Payable Clerk, you will play an integral role in performing the daily operations of the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payments to vendors.  You will be part of a shared services function responsible for invoice validation, coding, and approval workflows.  This role will contribute to establishing and maintaining internal controls to ensure complete and efficient recording and reporting of financial transactions.

The Difference You Will Make:

Manage the daily operations of the Accounts Payable team.

Assist in the development, implementation, and communication of Accounts Payable policies, procedures, systems, and controls.

Execute Accounts Payable data entry workflows, driving timeliness and accuracy.

Execute payment disbursements in accordance with internal operating procedures and policies.

Assist in the month end close process by overseeing the preparation of accruals, bank, and general ledger reconciliations.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices within the team.

Coordinate with internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely resolution.

Manage payment terms, discounts, and due dates, optimizing cash flow management.

Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors, addressing inquiries and resolving payment-related issues.

Conduct periodic vendor reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and initiate vendor statement reviews.

Continuously evaluate and enhance accounts payable processes, identifying opportunities for automation, streamlining, and efficiency improvements.

Implement and maintain accounts payable systems, ensuring data integrity and system accuracy.

Stay updated on industry best practices, regulatory changes, and technological advancements in accounts payable processes.

Assist with other ad hoc projects and analysis as assigned.

What You’ll Bring:

Work requires the ability to align and to embrace our Core Values: Performance, Communication, Leadership, Quality, Teamwork.

Strong knowledge of accounts payable principles, practices, and procedures.

Solid understanding of financial and procurement processes, including purchase orders, vendor management, and payment terms.

Knowledge of accounting standards and regulations, including GAAP.

A high level of analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify process improvement opportunities.

Prior experience assisting with month-end close activities such as preparation of accrual schedules, reconciliations, and reviews of aged payable schedules.

Highly organized with the ability to maintain a large volume of information.

Ability to adapt to change and pivot direction while maintaining focus and composure on assigned tasks.

Work requires the ability to become proficient with internal software programs as necessary.

Work requires the ability to become a self-starter with strong initiative to take ownership with the ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion at all times.

Work requires the ability to be flexible and responsive to change.

Work requires strong attention to detail, presentation skills and the ability to communicate both verbally and written.

Work requires strong multi-tasking and communication skills.

Work requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented, dynamic environment.

How We’ll Take Care of You: 

At LC, we pride ourselves on taking care of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to meet your unique needs. 

Here are just some of the benefits we offer for being part of our team: 

Full Suite of Health Benefits

Retirement Plan with Company Match 

Competitive PTO policy 

Generous parental and family leave

Strong Company Culture

Career Growth Opportunities

Community Engagement and Volunteerism