Overview
This part-time, remote Learner position in Accounts Payable offers an opportunity to support the accounting operations of a rapidly growing organization in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. The role focuses on accounts payable functions including corporate credit card transaction coding, employee expense reimbursement processing, invoice entry, and assisting with month-end close activities.
Responsibilities
- Review and code corporate credit card transactions for accuracy and policy compliance
- Export credit card transactions into NetSuite via CSV files
- Escalate issues such as incorrect coding, missing receipts, or policy violations to the Accounts Payable Associate
- Provide weekly credit card transaction reports to the Accounts Payable Associate
- Review and code employee expense reimbursement reports in Tipalti, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies
- Escalate expense reimbursement issues to the Accounts Payable Associate
- Accurately process vendor invoices in Tipalti, ensuring proper coding, account allocation, and data entry
- Review invoices for completeness and accuracy, validate supporting documentation, and maintain compliance with company policies
- Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies
- Support daily email management of the accounting inbox
- Assist with month-end close activities including accrual reconciliation and exception report reviews
- Perform ad-hoc projects and analyses as required
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree (at least Junior standing) or recently graduated in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field
- Conceptual understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Comfortable working with numbers and data in Excel
- Interest in the CPG industry, particularly transactional data and accounting
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with strong communication skills
- Organized and reliable with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Detail-oriented, curious, and proactive in asking questions to understand processes
Position Details
- Title: Learner, Accounts Payable
- Reports to: Accounts Payable Associate
- Location: Remote (United States only)
- Employment Type: Part-time, non-exempt
- Weekly Hours: 20 to 28 hours
- Duration: 6-month temporary position with potential for extension or full-time conversion based on business needs
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay Range: $20 to $25 per hour, based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity
- Paid holidays: 15+ days
- Flexible remote work schedule with a hybrid option available for those near the Chicago office
- Bi-annual company-wide in-person team activities
- Access to a continual education budget
- Unlimited snacks provided
Application Process
Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter explaining their interest in the role, learning goals, and how this opportunity fits their career path. The interview process includes an audio interview with Talent Acquisition, a video interview with the hiring manager, and a case study presentation. The case study evaluates problem-solving and critical thinking rather than a single correct answer.
Additional Information
- Candidates must reside in the United States and be authorized to work without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet every qualification listed.
- Beware of fraudulent job offers claiming to be from the organization; legitimate recruitment does not involve requests for payment or confidential financial information.