Accounts Payable Specialist — Support Education Growth

Vertex Education; Glenside (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Vertex Education is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day AP for multiple schools and clients. This role requires meticulous invoice processing, accurate coding, timely payments, and clear communication with school leaders, staff, and external partners.

You will collaborate with Payroll, Finance, Client Account Management, and Senior Management to ensure smooth operations. A 1–3 year background in AP, strong Excel skills, and a commitment to accuracy and service excellence

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in accounts payable, finance, or related role.
• Experience working with customers and/or vendors.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting systems.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy and service.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices for assigned schools accurately.
• Verify coding and enter invoices into the accounting system.
• Generate reports, troubleshoot issues, and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and issue payments timely and accurately.
• Maintain AP records and documentation.
• Perform quality control checks to prevent errors.
• Build and maintain relationships with school administrators and vendors.
• Provide training on AP procedures and systems.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Finance, Client Account Management, and Senior Management.
• Identify and recommend improvements to AP processes and systems.

Skills

Accounts payable

Excel

Accounting systems

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Customer interaction

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Vertex Education is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day AP for multiple schools and clients. This role requires meticulous invoice processing, accurate coding, timely payments, and clear communication with school leaders, staff, and external partners.

You will collaborate with Payroll, Finance, Client Account Management, and Senior Management to ensure smooth operations. A 1–3 year background in AP, strong Excel skills, and a commitment to accuracy and service excellence