AP Specialist/Accountant

Kids for the Future; Mishawaka (IN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team in Mishawaka, Indiana. You will maintain accurate financial records, manage the full accounts payable cycle, and support daily accounting operations.

You will process high volumes of invoices in ERP systems, reconcile statements, and nurture vendor relationships. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential for reliable financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent practical work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or general bookkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of vendor invoices with high accuracy using ERP systems.
• Reconcile vendor statements, bank accounts, and general ledger accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain and secure financial data with organized digital records.
• Support accounts receivable tasks and contribute to accurate financial reporting.
• Communicate with vendors to resolve payment issues and inquiries.
• Utilize Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Skills

Accounts Payable

General Ledger

Accounts Receivable

ERP systems

Data Entry

Microsoft Excel

Vendor Management

Financial Reporting

Education

Associate degree in accounting

Bachelor's degree preferred

Equivalent work experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

• Location 4455 EDISON LAKES PKWY,Mishawaka, IN, 46545-1414,United States
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Description

About This Job

You play a vital role in our finance team by maintaining accurate financial records and supporting our daily accounting operations.

You manage the full accounts payable cycle, process vendor invoices efficiently, and ensure timely payments.

Your work safeguards the financial health of the organization, builds strong vendor relationships, and provides reliable data that drives smart business decisions.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Processes high volumes of vendor invoices with high accuracy using our ERP systems.
• Reconciles vendor statements, bank accounts, and general ledger accounts to identify and resolves discrepancies quickly.
• Manages vendor relationships by answering inquiries, resolving payment issues, and ensuring clear communication.
• Enters financial data securely and maintains organized digital records.
• Supports accounts receivable tasks and contributes to accurate financial reporting.
• Utilizes advanced features in Microsoft Excel to analyzes financial data and generates helpful reports.

Education

• Holds an associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or possesses equivalent practical work experience.

Experience

• Brings two or more years of experience in accounts payable, general ledger accounting, or general bookkeeping.
• Demonstrates proven success in high-volume invoice processing and financial reconciliations.

Knowledge/Skills

• Possesses strong knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP), General Ledger principles, and basic Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Navigates modern ERP systems with ease and applies strong Data Entry skills with minimal errors.
• Operates Microsoft Excel proficiently to manage data and support Financial Reporting.
• Applies exceptional organizational skills to manages Vendor Management tasks effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related financial discipline.
• Shows prior experience working within mid-to-large-scale enterprise resource planning platforms.

Physical Requirements/Work Conditions

• Sits at a desk for extended periods while operates a computer and standard office equipment.
• Works in a standard office environment with occasional remote work flexibility.