Flexe solves the hardest omnichannel logistics problems for the world’s largest retailers and brands. Integrating technology, open logistics networks, and elastic economic models allows Flexe customers to move fast, at scale, and with precision. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Seattle, Flexe brings deep logistics expertise and enterprise-grade technology to deliver innovative eCommerce fulfillment, retail distribution, same-day delivery, and network capacity programs to the Fortune 500. Flexe is transforming the $1.5T logistics industry. For more information, please visit flexe.com
We are looking for a talented Accounts Payable Lead to join the Accounting team to drive sound financial and accounting processes to support business growth. This position reports to the Accounting Manager and is focused on supporting FLEXE’s payable processes and procedures.
We are looking for a reliable and precise professional to help us properly maintain our payable information. The Accounts Payable Lead will be responsible for building/supporting internal controls and guidelines, maintaining the accounts payable aging, and partnering with revenue accounting to ensure warehouse operators are paid timely. We are seeking an experienced candidate who has a high level of attention to detail, critical thinking and analytical skills, strong knowledge of processes and controls, and supervisory experience to lead one AP employee.
Responsibilities:
- Perform monthly general ledger closing activities related to Accounts Payable, assist with monthly accruals, complete month-end closing checklist, and other supporting duties.
- Own the Accounts Payable processes with AP Specialist including entering invoices into system; preparing and processing electronic transfers and payments and check; and administering guidelines for proper handling and coding to ensure appropriate general ledger posting.
- Reconcile accounts payable transactions and prepare analysis of accounts to ensure timely payments and identification of issues.
- Ensure timely cutoff by reviewing all invoices received prior to Accounts Payable close and assist with the month-end accruals.
- Provide guidance to other accounts payable personnel.
- Correspond with vendors including researching and responding to inquiries, communicating about payment status, and ensuring that company accounts remain in good standing.
- Analyze discrepancies and liaise with other departments to research and resolve items, as necessary.
- Manage corporate credit card activity, expense reports, and perform proper coding of costs.
- Maintain complete document trails to ensure that audits can be easily conducted on all transactions.
- Develop and maintain accounts payable procedures and reference documentation
- Prepare year end 1099 reporting and collection of Form W-9 from vendors
- Support ad hoc analysis and projects
Qualifications:
- 5+ years’ experience in a senior or supervisory accounts payable role
- Experience in system implementation is highly preferred
- Expert in Excel and Word
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Priority given to applicants located in the Greater Seattle Area
- Must be authorized to work in the US without restriction. We will not be sponsoring visas for this role at this time.
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Benefits:
The benefits package at Flexe is thoughtfully designed to help people lead healthy lives in and outside of work.
-Health benefits for individual:
--Dental and vision are covered 100%
--Medical is covered 100% for HSA or a small premium for PPO.
-401k Matching Program
-Internet Stipend, while we're 100% work from home
-$300 Work from home office reimbursement
-20 days of PTO
-13 Total Holidays
--10 company holidays (We've added Juneteenth to our list of holidays observed)
--2 floating holidays
--Take your birthday off!
-Paid Parental Leave & Bereavement Leave
-Paid Volunteer Time
-Industry learning initiatives with talks, demos, site visits. Etc.
Working at Flexe:
Here are a few perks that make day to day work at Flexe even more enjoyable:
-Choice of MacBook or PC and monitor setup, and height adjustable standing desk
-Located in historic Pioneer Square; restaurants, bars, shops, and mass transit hub
-PhilanthroFlexe program. A quarterly program where we give back to the community through volunteer work, fundraising drives, etc.
Other benefits available when in-office:
-Bike lockers and showers
-Fully stocked pantry and beverage fridge
-Bake-off challenges
-Team sports such as Kickball, Softball, etc.
Flexe participates in E-Verify, an employment authorization program through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration.
Flexe is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.